Check Your VIN for Lemon Law Indicators
Our free report analyzes recall patterns, complaint history, and known defects to estimate whether a vehicle may qualify for lemon law protection.
Free VIN Report →Lemon Law Protections by State
California
Strongest
Covers new AND used vehicles still under manufacturer warranty. No cap on attorney fees.
New Jersey
Very Strong
4 repair attempts or 20 days out of service. Full purchase price refund including taxes.
Connecticut
Very Strong
2 repair attempts for safety defects. Covers leased vehicles.
Massachusetts
Strong
3 repair attempts or 15 days out of service in 12 months.
Texas
Strong
4 repair attempts or 30 days out of service. Must first use manufacturer's dispute program.
New York
Strong
4 repair attempts or 30 days out of service in 24 months/18,000 miles.
Florida
Moderate
3 repair attempts or 15 days out of service. Arbitration required first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is lemon law?
Lemon laws are state statutes that require manufacturers to replace or buy back a new vehicle that has a substantial defect that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts.
How many repair attempts before a car is a lemon?
Most states require 3-4 repair attempts for the same defect, or the vehicle being out of service for 30+ days within the first 1-2 years or 12,000-24,000 miles.
Which states have the strongest lemon laws?
California, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Texas have among the strongest lemon law protections. California's law covers used vehicles as well.
Does lemon law apply to used cars?
Most state lemon laws cover new vehicles only. California is a notable exception — its lemon law also covers used vehicles that are still under the original manufacturer warranty.