
The Lemon Law is a federal law that protects you from buying a car that has been in the shop for repairs more than 3 times. Buy a car with a history of recurring problems, and those problems continue after you purchase the vehicle. The company might be liable to give you either a refund or another vehicle as compensation. To take advantage of your rights under this law, you need to know what and how it applies. Here are some things you need to know about the Lemon Law.
When does the Lemon Law apply?
To take advantage of your rights under this law, you need to know what and how it applies. Here are some things you need to know about the Lemon Law.
- The Lemon Law only applies to new vehicles that were purchased in or after October 1976. If you purchase a used vehicle in or after October 1976, you should be aware of the purchase laws in your state.
- The Lemon Law did not apply when a defect in the vehicle was already present before you purchased it. For example, if the brakes were bad when you bought the car but not because of any work done by the seller, then the Lemon Law won’t apply even if they go out again after you buy the car.
- The Lemon Law will apply if there is a serious safety defect with the car that makes it unsafe. For example, if the car spontaneously catches fire or doesn’t stop when brakes are applied, then this would be considered a safety defect that would make your vehicle eligible for relief under the Lemon Law.
- The law also only applies to new vehicles purchased with a warranty. If your car was purchased without a warranty, then the law will not apply.
What are my rights under the law?
You have rights under the law if your vehicle has been in the shop for repairs more than 3 times. If the company cannot fix the problem, you can ask for a refund or a new car.
The company can also ask you to sign a release form before giving you a refund or a different car. This is because if they give you a refund, they can no longer sell the car as used. You should read and understand all of the terms and conditions before you sign the form.… Read the rest
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