Lemon Law Blog

When Lemon Law Cars Become Rental Cars: What You Should Know 
So, what happens to lemon law buyback vehicles—the ones that are fixable, that is? A key insight in this discussion is that manufacturers who buy back lemon law vehicles aren't required to destroy them. After some repairs, many can be resold, and rental car companies are sometimes the buyers, since these cars are usually available 20-30% below market value. When you rent a car, it’s often possible to find out if it is a former lemon vehicle. Read More...

How Do Lemon Laws Interact with Car Trade-In and Financing Agreements?
When it comes to the typical lemon law claims process, the focus is on a vehicle having a substantial defect that affects use, safety or value. Read More...

Is the Lemon Law Only for Major Defects? What About Minor Vehicle Issues? 
Is the Lemon Law Only for Major Defects? What About Minor Vehicle Issues? Usually, when we think about a vehicle that qualifies as a lemon under the Read More...

Lemon Law or Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Which Provides Better Protection for Consumers? 
The vehicle you dreamed about keeps breaking down, and the manufacturer can’t or won’t fix it. You’re worried because it isn’t reliable, plus Read More...

Who Qualifies for Compensation Under the Texas Lemon Law? 
Have you purchased a car that keeps breaking down? Do the technology systems fail randomly and put you in danger? You may wonder what rights you have. Read More...

Is a Vehicle Protected Under Lemon Law if the Warranty Has Expired?
A person’s instant reaction when their vehicle warranty has expired is that they think they’re out of luck. They believe that they have no Read More...

The Role of Consumer Advocacy Groups in Shaping Lemon Law Policies 
How Did Auto Safety Advocacy Get Started? Advocates for protecting car buyers made a big push in the 1970s. Ralph Nader founded Public Citizen, and Read More...

Lemon Laws and Lease Agreements: What Lessees Need to Know 
Leasing a car seems like the ideal situation: you drive a newer vehicle for several years, and it’s bound to run well, you’d think, being at most Read More...

How Technology is Changing the Landscape of Lemon Law Claims
Technology Innovations Bring New Lemon Law Challenges  Modern vehicles have become rolling computers. High-tech electronics and software now control Read More...

The Evolution of Lemon Laws: What Changes to Expect in 2025 and Beyond 
Lemon Laws: The Basics For many years, state lemon laws have been written primarily with combustion engine vehicles in mind, since they predated Read More...