Does anyone know about the vehicle lemon law? (serious only!)?

Question

I recently purchased a car and it's been nothing but trouble since I drove it off the lot. I have a list of a dozen things now that need to be fixed. I've been in contact with the dealership everyother day or so and I'm completely getting the run around. If it came down to it, I'm wondering how I'm protected under the "Lemon Law." Thanks in advance for your help!

Answer 1

Not 100% sure, but I think the "lemon law" protects people from a vehicle that breaks down over and over in the same manner... like the transmission failing 3 times in a year. Check with your local dept of motor vehicles (or whatever your state calls it) and inquire with them. If all else fails, go to the dealer and raise a big fuss every weekend in front of their potential customers...

Answer 2

Lemon Law Facts
Under the Washington State Motor Vehicle Lemon Law, a vehicle is considered a lemon when it hasn't been repaired after "a reasonable number of attempts."

FACT: Washington State has a Motor Vehicle Lemon Law that is designed to protect consumers who have continuing warranty problems with a new or nearly new vehicle.
FACT: If you feel you own a lemon, under the law you can request an arbitration hearing through the Attorney General's Office.
FACT: To be accepted for arbitration your vehicle must be covered under the law. With a few exceptions, the law covers passenger cars, small and mid-sized trucks, large motorcycles, and motor homes.
FACT: To be covered, your vehicle must have been originally purchased or leased in Washington state and also originally registered in Washington.
FACT: You must submit a request for arbitration within 30 months of the vehicle's original delivery date.
FACT: You do not have to be the original owner of the vehicle to request arbitration, but your vehicle must meet all the qualifications. You must also apply for arbitration within 30 months of the vehicle's original delivery date to its first owner.

Answer 3

Yes, but cars that are included and requirements are different for each state. You can find a complete listing at the site below.

Answer 4

in jersey you have to be the original owenr of the car and it has to be back to the dealership 3 times for the same problem, if oyu buy it used it isent valid

Answer 5

Here are several sites that have various state statutes listed.
http://www.carlemon.com/lemonstat.html
http://www.nationallemonlawcenter.com/
http://autopedia.com/html/HotLinks_Lemon.html

Answer 6

each state is different ask the car dealers in the state..

Answer 7

contact the better business burea for more info