Ohio Lemon Law — Requirements, Remedies & How to File
Ohio's lemon law covers new vehicles only within 12 months or 18,000 miles. Learn the exact requirements, available remedies, and how to file a claim.
Ohio Lemon Law Overview
Key Facts — Ohio Lemon Law
- -Ohio Revised Code § 1345.71–.78 governs lemon law
- -Only 8 days out of service triggers protection — one of the lowest thresholds
- -3 repair attempts for same defect
- -Used cars not covered by state lemon law
How to Qualify Under Ohio Lemon Law
To qualify for lemon law protection in Ohio, your vehicle generally must meet all of the following criteria:
The vehicle must be new vehicles only.
The defect must occur within 12 months or 18,000 miles.
Either 3 or more repair attempts for the same defect must have occurred, OR the vehicle must have been out of service for 8+ cumulative days.
The defect must substantially impair the vehicle's use, value, or safety.
Manufacturer arbitration required first.
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