Published: August 10, 2007

Introduction

Lemon Laws are consumer protection laws designed to help individuals who purchase defective vehicles. These laws ensure that manufacturers are held accountable for producing cars that fail to meet quality and performance standards.

What Defines a Lemon?
A vehicle is typically classified as a “lemon” if it meets the following criteria:

• The defect affects the vehicle’s use, safety, or value.
• The defect persists after a reasonable number of repair attempts.
• The issue occurs within the warranty period or a specific timeframe set by state law.

What Do Lemon Laws Cover?
Lemon Laws primarily apply to new vehicles, but some states extend coverage to used or leased vehicles. Covered issues often include:

• Engine or transmission failure.
• Brake or steering defects.
• Persistent electrical malfunctions.

Conclusion
Lemon Laws empower consumers to demand refunds, replacements, or repairs for defective vehicles, ensuring that manufacturers uphold their responsibilities.

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