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Depending on where you live in New York, owning a car, truck, or SUV could be a necessity or a luxury. For residents who are in small towns or remote areas, you depend on your personal vehicle each day to get to work, take kids to school, run errands, and meet the demands of your busy life. If you live in the city, having a personal vehicle is an investment in your freedom and ability to drive where you want to go and at the time of your choice. Either way, you deserve dependability and safety from the vehicle you spend tens of thousands of dollars to own.
If you have recently purchased a new vehicle in New York and are dismayed to learn that there are many defects or issues with it, you have the right to expect the dealership and manufacturer to correct the problems swiftly and at no cost to you. However, there comes a time when you need to be a realist and know that the car is simply a lemon and is not worth your time or money. However, you are likely to have a difficult time convincing the dealership to agree to purchase the car back or replace it with a new model.
If you are faced with these challenges and need to get help to resolve the matter, please know that the Bad Vehicle New York state lemon law lawyers are just a phone call away. This team brings decades of combined experience to each case they handle and resolve for frustrated consumers like yourself. Your consultation and case evaluation are always free, you are never obligated to pursue legal action, and when you call the office, you will be speaking to a persona at a law office who will provide you with valuable information instead of a call center that takes your name and number and tells you to wait for a call back.
Send us your vehicle details like the make, model, year, and what problems you’ve been dealing with. We’ll review everything and let you know if it qualifies under the Lemon Law.
Before a vehicle can be considered a lemon, the manufacturer must have been given ample opportunity to correct any issue or defect. In New York, you can seek Lemon Law protection after taking your vehicle in for repair three or more times, and it is still not resolved, or in many cases, if the car was out of service or un-drivable for a total of 30 days or more. When the vehicle meets all of these criteria, a lemon law claim can be completed and filed with the state along with the $250 filing fee, which your New York Lemon Law Lawyer will cover until the case is resolved.
When a vehicle was purchased new in New York and is found to be a lemon, you can request a Lemon Buyback and receive:
If the vehicle was determined to be a lemon in the first 12,000 miles of use, the reimbursement for the car is 100% of these costs. If the defects are found within the next 6,000 miles, the amount paid will be a depreciated rate to account for the vehicle’s use prior to the buyback. In the case of a lease, you can recover your down payment amount, any trade-in allowance, and the monthly lease payments, less any interest and service fees. You would also have your legal fees paid.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the expert New York Lemon Law Lawyers at Bad Vehicle today to learn more about getting the compensation you deserve for the lemon vehicle you purchased.
How does New York’s Lemon Law work and what does it cover?
New York’’s Lemon Law, officially known as the Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act, protects consumers who buy or lease new vehicles with significant defects. If a vehicle has a recurring issue that the manufacturer fails to fix after a “reasonable number” of repair attempts, the consumer may be entitled to a refund or a replacement.
Before taking legal action, consumers are required to try resolving the matter through the manufacturer’s informal dispute resolution process (usually arbitration). This involves submitting documentation and giving the manufacturer a final chance to repair the issue. If the dispute isn’t resolved in arbitration, the consumer can take the case to court.
The law covers new vehicles and some motor vehicles like RVs (but not their living facilities). Salvage vehicles and cars without warranty are not covered.
Are used cars protected under New York’’s Lemon Law?
New York’’s state Lemon Law only applies to new vehicles. However, used cars can still be protected under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, as long as the defect is reported during the vehicle’s warranty period.
So if you buy a used car and it still has a valid manufacturer or dealer warranty, and a defect appears during that time, you may still have a case. This federal law doesn’t care whether the vehicle is new or used — it focuses on whether the warranty is active and whether the defect was properly reported.
What steps do I need to take to file a Lemon Law claim in New York’?
If your vehicle qualifies and the manufacturer fails to fix the defect after multiple repair attempts, you need to:
An attorney can help handle these steps and increase your chances of a successful outcome.
Can I use the Lemon Law in New York’ if my car is leased?
Yes, leased vehicles are covered under New York’’s Lemon Law — as long as the defect appears during the lease and meets the same conditions as a purchased vehicle.
However, keep in mind: if you’re leasing, your refund is limited to the amount you’ve paid into the lease. You won’t be refunded for the full vehicle value since you don’t own the car.
What are the benefits of hiring a Lemon Law attorney in New York’?
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