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Michigan Lemon Law – Know Your Rights

Vehicles Covered Under Michigan Lemon Law

Michigan’s Lemon Law protects consumers who buy defective vehicles. It allows for a refund or replacement if the vehicle doesn’t meet quality and performance standards.

New Vehicles

Passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and vans purchased or leased in Michigan, or by Michigan residents, that are covered by a manufacturer’s express warranty at the time of purchase or lease.

🚨Not Covered

  • Used Vehicles
  • Motor Homes, Buses, Motorcycles, and Off-Road Vehicles

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 Michigan's Lemon Law protects you.

Who Is Covered?

⚠️ What Vehicle Defects Qualify?

To qualify under Michigan’s Lemon Law, your vehicle must have a defect or condition 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?

  • Manufacturer's Express Warranty Term or 1 Year from Delivery

    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 dealer must repair the defect after being notified by the consumer within the warranty or 1 year from delivery, whichever comes first.
  • Reasonable Number of Repair Attempts: This is presumed if, within 2 years from the date of the first repair attempt:
    • The same defect has been subject to repair 4 or more times without success.​
    • The vehicle is out of service for repair for a cumulative total of 30 or more 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.