Virginia Lemon Law — Requirements, Remedies & How to File
Virginia's lemon law covers new vehicles only within 18 months or 18,000 miles. Learn the exact requirements, available remedies, and how to file a claim.
Virginia Lemon Law Overview
Key Facts — Virginia Lemon Law
- -Code of Virginia § 59.1-207.9 et seq. governs
- -3 repair attempts for same defect within 18 months/18,000 miles
- -Virginia has a used car lemon law for dealer sales with implied warranties
- -Attorney fees available if consumer prevails
How to Qualify Under Virginia Lemon Law
To qualify for lemon law protection in Virginia, your vehicle generally must meet all of the following criteria:
The vehicle must be new vehicles only.
The defect must occur within 18 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 30+ cumulative days.
The defect must substantially impair the vehicle's use, value, or safety.
Virginia Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act.
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