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Delaware Lemon Law – Know Your Rights

Vehicles Covered Under Delaware Lemon Law

Delaware’s Lemon Law protects consumers by ensuring they get a refund or replacement for new, defective vehicles.

New Vehicles

Passenger vehicles, SUVs, vans, and trucks purchased or registered in Delaware.

🚨Not Covered

  • Motorcycles and Motor Homes

If Your Car is Defective , You Have Rights.

“Lemon Law protects owners and lessees of vehicles with persistent defects.” –– Joseph Novel, Esq.

Joseph Novel, Esq.

founding attorney

Learn how Delaware's Lemon Law protects you.

Who Is Covered?

⚠️ What Vehicle Defects Qualify?

To qualify under Delaware’s Lemon Law, your vehicle must have a nonconformity that:
  • Substantially Impairs Use, Value, or Safety

    A defect or condition that significantly affects the vehicle's operation, market value, or safety.​

Examples of Defects:
  • Engine Problems

    Stalling, misfires, loss of power.

  • Brake Malfunctions

    Inconsistent braking, total brake failure.

  • Electrical Issues

    Power steering loss, infotainment system failures.

  • Transmission Defects

    Jerky shifting, slipping gears.

  • Overheating Problems

    Persistent cooling system failures.

⏳ How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?

  • 1 Year or Warranty Term

    Whichever comes first, starting from the date of original delivery to the consumer. ​

  • Issues after warranty expires?

    Call us now! You may still qualify.

🔨 What Is the Manufacturer’s Duty to Repair?

  • Attempt Repairs: The manufacturer or its authorized dealer must repair the defect after being notified by the consumer.​
  • Reasonable Number of Attempts: This is presumed if, within the express warranty term or within 1 year(whichever comes first):​
    • The same defect has been subject to repair 4 or more times without success.​
    • The vehicle is out of service for repair 30 or more cumulative days due to defects. ​

What Happens If They Can’t Fix It?

Refund

Full refund, incl. taxes, fees, & remaining loan balance.

Replacement

You’ll receive a new car of equal value.