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Understanding Oklahoma Lemon Law

Oklahoma’s lemon law covers any vehicle required to be registered in the state.
The lemon law does not cover vehicles above 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight or the living facility portions of motorhomes.
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The Oklahoma lemon law covers consumers who purchase or lease vehicles, and anyone to whom the vehicle is transferred during the applicable warranty period. The lemon law further covers any other person entitled by the terms of the warranty to enforce its obligations.
Oklahoma’s lemon law covers any “nonconformity” of the vehicle. The law defines a nonconformity as any defect or condition that substantially impairs the use and value of the motor vehicle to the consumer. The law does not, however, cover a nonconformity that doesn’t substantially impair the vehicle’s use or value. For example, a problem with the radio or a slight rattle would not be covered. A faulty starter or failure of the steering system would be covered.
A manufacturer does not have to repair any nonconformity caused by abuse, neglect, or unauthorized modifications or alterations by the consumer.
The manufacturer must repair any nonconformity if the consumer reports it within the period of the written warranty, or within the “eligibility period.” The law defines the eligibility period as one year following the date of the vehicle’s original delivery to the consumer.

Oklahoma’s lemon law compels manufacturers to replace or repurchase a nonconforming vehicle if they are unable to repair it after a reasonable number of attempts. The law defines “reasonable number of attempts” as four or more repair attempts for the same condition without success. After this, if the nonconformity remains, or if the vehicle is out of service for more than 30 working days, the manufacturer must repurchase or replace the vehicle.
The Oklahoma lemon law requires manufacturers, when repurchasing a nonconforming vehicle, to repay the full purchase price. They must also pay all taxes, license, registration fees and similar governmental fees. The manufacturer may withhold a reasonable allowance for use. That allowance is calculated from the miles driven by the consumer beyond 15,000 miles.
The lemon law requires manufacturers replacing a nonconforming vehicle to provide a vehicle of a new model acceptable to the consumer. If the manufacturer and consumer can’t agree on a comparable vehicle, the manufacturer must instead repurchase the vehicle.
If the manufacturer has established or participates in an “informal dispute settlement procedure,” i.e. arbitration, the consumer must resort to it first before pursuing a claim in civil court. The Oklahoma lemon law says consumers who do not are ineligible for the law’s provisions regarding repurchase or replacement.
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The manufacturer must abide by the decision of the arbitrator, while the consumer does not. If dissatisfied with the outcome, a consumer can bring action in the civil court system. By filing a claim under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, Oklahoma consumers can hire lawyers who will represent them without the vehicle owner having to pay any attorneys’ fees directly out of their pocket. The Act provides that the vehicle manufacturer shall pay the claimants’ reasonable attorneys’ fees if the claimant prevails against the manufacturer. Lemonlawusa.org encourages vehicle owners with a lemon to hire a lemon law attorney. You can bet the car manufacturers have legal counsel at the ready to help defend against lemon law claims both in arbitration and in court. Shouldn’t you have competent legal counsel in your corner?
Ross said if you win in court against your vehicle’s manufacturer or settle with them outside of court, you can use the money you’re awarded however you choose.
If you financed your vehicle and are still making payments on it, you must continue making those periodic payments throughout your lemon law claim’s duration. Missing these regular payments can negatively affect your lemon law claim. However, once your claim resolves, you can use awarded funds to pay off whatever remains from your previous loan. Freed from this debt, you can seek a new vehicle – hopefully one without repeated, unfixable problems.
If you’ve already paid your vehicle off by the time your lemon law claim ends or if you bought it outright, you can use your awarded funds as a down payment on a new vehicle. Alternatively, you could use the money to purchase outright a less expensive vehicle.
The Oklahoma lemon law states the defect must be detected within one year of the vehicle’s original delivery date to a consumer or during the term of its express warranty, whichever ends soonest. Since most used vehicles are resold long after either of these milestones, almost all used cars fall outside the Oklahoma lemon law’s protection. Our lemon law lawyers can help you determine whether you have a valid claim.
Whether you win in court or settle outside of it, the money you earn is yours to use however you like. However, statutes of limitation can prevent you from getting the compensation you deserve. Don’t wait, contact the offices of Allen Stewart P.C. today.
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Oklahoma Lemon Law FAQs
What should I do if I believe my vehicle is a lemon? -
The first step you should always take when you suspect your vehicle is a lemon is to contact a qualified, experience lemon law attorney – the lemon law lawyers of Allen Stewart, P.C. They will guide you through all of the steps to file a lemon law claim. The next step after that will be gathering all paperwork involving your car purchase and subsequent repair attempts, as this paperwork will form the foundation of your lemon law claim.
What remedies are available if my vehicle is deemed a lemon? +
The Oklahoma lemon law allows for either repurchase or replacement. Repurchase is effectively a full refund for what you paid for your defective vehicle. Repurchase means the manufacturer repays the consumer the full purchase price of the vehicle, including the actual price, sales taxes, title, registration and other fees. This does not include interest, insurance costs or finance charges. The law also states the manufacturer must pay “reasonable incidental costs resulting from the loss of use of the motor vehicle.” The Oklahoma lemon law does, however, allow the manufacturer to withhold a “reasonable allowance” determined by how many miles the vehicle traveled beyond 15,000 miles.
Replacement involves the manufacturer providing a vehicle as identical as possible to the previous one – though hopefully without identical problems.
Do I need to go through arbitration before filing a lawsuit? +
Only if the manufacturer has established or participates in arbitration. The Oklahoma lemon law does not specify.
How much does it cost to hire a Lemon Law attorney? +
Trustworthy lemon law attorneys take their fees either as a percentage of the settlement or directly from the manufacturer following a successful lemon law claim. They do not ask for a fee up front.
Can a Lemon Law lawyer help me get a refund or replacement vehicle? +
Yes. The Oklahoma lemon law specifies refund (repurchase) or replacement as the two remedies offered following a successful lemon law claim.
What happens if the manufacturer disputes my Lemon Law claim? +
The attorneys of Allen Stewart P.C. have combined decades of experience fighting automotive manufacturers who fail to uphold their end of their written warranties. They will pursue your lemon law claim as far as they must to get you the compensation you deserve.
Do I need a Lemon Law attorney to file a claim in Oklahoma? +
You do not “need” a lemon law attorney but pursuing a claim without a lawyer is unwise. Common pitfalls when filing lemon law claims yourself include not filing the correct paperwork, missing documents or not meeting the right deadlines. The easiest way to avoid these mistakes is contacting the qualified, experience lemon law attorneys of Allen Stewart P.C.
How many repair attempts are required before I can file a Lemon Law claim? +
The Oklahoma lemon law states if the manufacturer has attempted repair four or more times, or the vehicle is out of service for repair for 30 or more cumulative days, the vehicle is considered a lemon.
What happens if my vehicle’s warranty expires before I file a claim? +
Lemon laws rely on written manufacturer’s warranties as the basis for coverage. You have to prove the problem occurred during the warranty protection period. This is why promptly reporting any problem with the vehicle is vitally important. You should contact Allen Stewart P.C. for more questions about your claim.
How do advancements in electric and hybrid vehicles affect Lemon Law claims? +
Electric and hybrid vehicles are still covered by manufacturers’ warranties when purchased new from the dealership, and as such are covered by lemon laws.
Are Lemon Laws being expanded to include recreational vehicles (RVs) or motorcycles? +
The Oklahoma lemon law covers any motorized vehicle that is required to be registered in the state, including RVs and motorcycles.
What is considered a "lemon" under Oklahoma Lemon Law? +
The Oklahoma lemon law covers motorized vehicles required to be registered in the state that suffer from repeating, unrepairable defects. If the manufacturer attempts to fix the problem four or more times or the vehicle is out of service for warranty repair for 30 or more cumulative days, it is considered a lemon.
What steps should I take if I suspect my vehicle is a lemon? +
Your first step should be contacting a qualified, experienced lemon law attorney to help with your lemon law claim. The lemon law experts of Allen Stewart P.C. can help you determine whether you have a valid claim and will advise you on what steps to take next to maximize your chances of a successful claim. Your next step will be collecting whatever paperwork and documents the attorney needs for your claim, including all records of purchase and repair records.
What documentation do I need to file a Lemon Law claim in Oklahoma? +
Your lemon law lawyer will ask you to gather and provide any and all documents connected to the purchase of your vehicle, as well as any records of repair attempts.
Can I file a lemon law claim without the help of an attorney? +
Contacting and working with a lemon law attorney is the single best step you can take when pursuing a lemon law claim. They have years of knowledge and experience with the lemon law process and know how to get your claim across the finish line.
Are attorney fees covered if I win my Lemon Law case in Oklahoma? +
Yes; the Oklahoma lemon law provides for “reasonable attorney fees as determined by the court.
Does the Oklahoma Lemon Law cover used vehicles? +
The Oklahoma lemon law states the defect must be detected within one year of the vehicle’s original delivery date to a consumer or during the term of its express warranty, whichever ends soonest. Since most used vehicles are resold long after either of these milestones, almost all used cars fall outside the Oklahoma lemon law’s protection. Our lemon law lawyers can help you determine whether you have a valid claim.