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What If I Am Not Satisfied With The Arbitration Results?
If you are not satisfied with the results of arbitration, or if arbitration was not available or could not be used, you can file a lawsuit against the manufacturer in court. In Pennsylvania, Lemon Law cases must be filed in with the Court of Common Pleas. In addition to being awarded damages to cover repair […]
What Vehicles Are Covered Under The Lemon Law?
This law covers new and leased automobiles, motorcycles, vans, and trucks that weigh less than 10,000 pounds. These vehicles must have been sold or replaced in the state of Rhode Island in order to be covered. The law does not cover motorized campers. The following table summarizes what is covered, how many times the vehicle […]
What Is The Lemon Law Term Of Protection?
The term of protection is for the first year or 15,000 miles from date of delivery, whichever is reached first. This term of protection may be extended by any amount of time during which repair services are unavailable due to war, strike, or natural disaster.
What Do I Need To Do Before I Can Claim That My Car Is A Lemon?
The vehicle must have been taken in to the manufacturer or authorized dealer for a reasonable number of attempts to repair the defect(s). It is already presumed that your vehicle has undergone a reasonable number of attempts in the following situations: If you have taken the car in for at least four repair attempts for […]
Does The Manufacturer Have To Tell Potential Purchasers Of The Car That It Was Deemed A Lemon?
Yes, full disclosure is required.
What Are My Options For Action Under The Used Car Lemon Law?
You may seek to receive a replacement vehicle or a refund via the same options as presented in the New Car Lemon Law; any action under the Lemon Law must be commenced within four years of the date of original delivery.
What Defects Are Not Covered Under The Lemon Law?
Defects which do not substantially impair the vehicle`s use, market value or safety are not covered. Also not covered are defects caused by the consumer`s abuse, neglect or unauthorized alteration of the car, or defects that do not show within the first 12,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first.
What Happens If The Manufacturer Is Unable To Repair The Defect?
If the defect cannot be repaired, the manufacturer has the option of whether to replace the vehicle or rescind the agreement and refund the money. If the manufacturer elects to rescind the agreement and refund the money, the refund must be for the full purchase price of the vehicle, less a reasonable allowance for the […]
If My Vehicle Is Not Covered Under The Lemon Law, Do I Still Have Any Recourse?
Possibly. The Uniform Commercial Code, MagnusonMoss Act and other warranty laws may still apply. You can also file a complaint with the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs. Check with your attorney to see what options are available to you.
What Vehicles Are Covered Under The Lemon Law?
This law covers new, selfpropelled vehicles that weigh less than 10,000 pounds, that are intended primarily for use on public highways, and that are used primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. The following table summarizes what is covered, how many times the vehicle has to be repaired for the same defect and the warranty […]
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