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Georgia Lemon Law — Requirements, Remedies & How to File

Georgia's lemon law covers new vehicles only within 24 months or 24,000 miles. Learn the exact requirements, available remedies, and how to file a claim.

3
Repair attempts required
30
Cumulative days out of service
24 months
Coverage window

Georgia Lemon Law Overview

Covered VehiclesNew vehicles only
Coverage Period24 months or 24,000 miles
Repair Attempts3 attempts for the same defect
Days Out of Service30 cumulative days
RemedyReplacement or refund
ArbitrationGeorgia New Motor Vehicle Warranty Rights Act governs

Key Facts — Georgia Lemon Law

  • -O.C.G.A. § 10-1-780 et seq. governs Georgia lemon law
  • -3 repair attempts for same defect within 24 months
  • -Georgia does not have a flood title brand — significant gap for used buyers
  • -Does not cover used vehicles

How to Qualify Under Georgia Lemon Law

To qualify for lemon law protection in Georgia, your vehicle generally must meet all of the following criteria:

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The vehicle must be new vehicles only.

2

The defect must occur within 24 months or 24,000 miles.

3

Either 3 or more repair attempts for the same defect must have occurred, OR the vehicle must have been out of service for 30+ cumulative days.

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The defect must substantially impair the vehicle's use, value, or safety.

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Georgia New Motor Vehicle Warranty Rights Act governs.

Check Your Vehicle's History Before Filing

A free VIN report documents your vehicle's recall history, complaint patterns, and service records — useful evidence when pursuing a lemon law claim.

Free VIN Report

Frequently Asked Questions — Georgia

Does Georgia require flood disclosure on car titles?
No. Georgia does not have a flood title brand, meaning flood-damaged vehicles can have clean Georgia titles. Always run a NMVTIS title check independently.