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Maine Lemon Law – Know Your Rights

Vehicles Covered Under Maine Lemon Law

Maine’s Lemon Law protects consumers who purchase defective vehicles by ensuring they are entitled to a refund or replacement.

New Vehicles

Any motor vehicle sold or leased in Maine, designed for the conveyance of passengers or property on public highways.

🚨Not Covered

  • Vehicles Used Primarily for Commercial Purposes
  • Government Entities and Certain Businesses

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 Maine's Lemon Law protects you.

Who Is Covered?

⚠️ What Vehicle Defects Qualify?

To qualify under Maine’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?

  • 3 Years from Delivery or 18,000 Miles

    Whichever occurs first, starting from the date of original delivery. ​

  • 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 3 years or 18,000 miles (whichever occurs first):​
    • The same defect has been subject to repair 3 or more times without success.​
    • The vehicle is out of service for repair for a cumulative total of 15 or more business 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.