Question:
What is a Lemon?
Answer:
A Lemon is a newly purchased, financed or leased car, SUV, motorcycle or RV which has been subject to a number of repairs within a certain time period and/or mileage of its purchase.
If your vehicle is a Lemon you are entitled to elect a replacement or a full refund of the purchase price of your vehicle. If you elect a full refund you are also entitled to recover all taxes and fees associated with the vehicle purchase, plus any trade-in value which you received at the time of sale.
If your vehicle is a Lemon you may also be entitled to a cash award under the Federal Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act.
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Question:
What should I do if I suspect that my vehicle is a Lemon?
Answer:
If you suspect that your vehicle is a Lemon you should keep a careful record of all repair invoices and contact an attorney immediately. Failure to act in a timely manner may cause you to forfeit certain remedies. Contact the attorneys of 1877POSLEMON.com and we will help you to resolve your Lemon Law claim at no cost to you – ever.
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Question:
My auto dealership suggested that I give them a chance to resolve my Lemon Law issues before I contact an attorney. Is this a good idea?
Answer:
Not necessarily. The dealership is unlikely to give you the full remedy to which you are entitled under the Lemon Law. Even if you feel that the dealership is treating you well you should know that it is in their own self-interest to string you along in hopes that your remedies under the Lemon Law will expire. Dealerships routinely employ deceptive and coercive tactics to dissuade vehicle owners from filing a Lemon Law claim. Their interest is hostile to yours which is why you should contact an attorney immediately if you think that your vehicle is a Lemon.
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Question:
Is there a time limit within which I must act?
Answer:
Yes. Your Lemon Law claim is limited by the applicable statute of limitations. Additionally, your State’s Lemon Law statute may contain provisions requiring you to give certain notices before you can make a claim. Failure to do so in a timely manner may delay or limit your ability to recover. Therefore, it is best to contact an experienced Lemon Law attorney as soon as possible if you suspect your vehicle is a Lemon.
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Question:
My vehicle has problems but they are very minor – do I really need to file a claim?
Answer:
Yes you should. Seemingly minor problems that are a mere nuisance now may become major problems throughout the life of the car. Protect your rights by notifying the manufacturer of the defect – it may help protect any future claim you may have even if you don't sue right now. It is recommended that you contact an experienced Lemon Law attorney to discuss how to protect your rights. Contact the attorneys at 1877POSLEMON.com for a free consultation.
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Question:
I bought my vehicle used. Am I covered under the Lemon Law?
Answer:
Unfortunately, the Lemon Law statutes only apply to vehicles that were purchased or leased new.
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Question:
I financed the cost of my vehicle. What happens if the vehicle which I am financing turns out to be a lemon?
Answer:
If you are financing a lemon vehicle and elect to enforce your right to a refund then you are entitled to recover the outstanding balance owed on the vehicle along with any taxes and fees you paid, plus any trade-in value which you received when purchasing the vehicle.
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Question:
I leased my vehicle. What happens if my leased vehicle turns out to be a lemon?
Answer:
If your leased vehicle is a lemon and you elect to enforce your right to a refund you are entitled to recover the lease buy-out balance along with any taxes and fees associated with leasing the new vehicle, plus any trade-in value credit which you received toward the lease.
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Question:
How can your firm offer its services at no cost to me – ever?
Answer:
In the event we win a recovery for you under the Lemon Law your automobile manufacturer must pay our fees as part of the recovery. In the event we secure a cash settlement under the Federal Warranty Act we receive a percentage of the settlement amount.
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Question:
I instituted a Lemon Law claim but my vehicle continues to require repairs. What should I do?
Answer:
So long as your vehicle remains under warranty the manufacturer’s authorized service center must continue to provide repairs to your vehicle. It is advisable to keep a careful record of your repair invoices and let your attorney know about any new repairs.
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Question:
I suspect my vehicle is a lemon but when I bring it in for service the dealership tries to talk me into trading it in for a different vehicle. Why would they want to take my lemon on a trade-in?
Answer:
The dealership benefits in various ways if they manage to talk you into trading in your lemon and forfeiting your right to bring a Lemon Law claim. If your vehicle is a lemon you are not only entitled to an exchange but you may elect to receive a full refund. By agreeing to a trade-in deal you forfeit your option to elect to receive a full refund and to purchase a car from a different manufacturer.
The dealer may then sell the vehicle to a friend or a neighbor without mentioning it was a lemon. As a purchaser of a used vehicle, the next buyer is not protected by the Lemon Law.
Protect your rights by contacting an experienced Lemon Law attorney prior to negotiating anything with the dealership. The attorneys at 1877POSLEMON.com offer free consultations and are always prepared to fight for your peace of mind at no cost to you – ever.