Lemon Laws provide consumers with a powerful and effective way to get rid of their defective vehicle or receive a cash settlement. In addition to getting rid of the lemon, they can also get their loan paid off and even get their money back. They may also be entitled to additional out of pocket costs you have incurred, such as towing, rental cars and more!
The New York Lemon Law covers drivers whose vehicles suffer a nonconformity; a defect or condition, which substantially impairs the use, value or safety within the first 24 months or 18,000 miles, whichever comes first, that can’t be repaired after repeated attempts (normally 3-4) by the manufacturer’s authorized dealership. These cars can be purchased, leased, registered or transferred to New York.
It’s important to note that even if your car falls outside of the limitations established by the NY Lemon Law, there are still Federal breach of warranty laws which apply. If your car has an original or extended manufacturer’s warranty and has a problem that can’t be fixed after three repair attempts, chances are Jacoby & Jacoby can help you.
If you are driving a defective vehicle and you want to find out if it is considered a lemon, take the quiz on the right side of this page.