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New York Lemon Law – Know Your Rights

Vehicles Covered Under New York Lemon Law

A vehicle that keeps breaking can turn simple errands into a daily problem. You may miss work, spend money on towing, and worry about safety, especially when the same issue comes back again and again.

If your vehicle is still covered by a manufacturer warranty, a New York Lemon Law Attorney can help you understand what options may be available. Legal help can also make it easier to organize proof like repair orders, dates, and what the dealer wrote on each visit.

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New Vehicles

Personal-use cars, motorcycles, and motor homes under 18,000 miles or 2 years old.
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Used Vehicles

NY dealer-bought or leased cars, costing at least $1,500, with under 100,000 miles at purchase, and used mainly for personal reasons.

🚨Not Covered

  • Vehicles Purchased for Business Purposes
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If Your Car is Defective, You Have Rights.

“Lemon Law protects owners and lessees of vehicles with persistent defects.” –– Joseph Novel, Esq.
Josep Novel, Esq. — Founding Lemon Law Attorneys
The Lemon Reps — Lemon Law Attorneys Beverly Hills

Joseph Novel, Esq.

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Learn how New York's Lemon Law protects you.

Who Is Covered?

  • ✔ Consumers: The purchaser, lessee, or transferee of a motor vehicle used primarily for personal, family, or household purposes.
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⚠️ What Vehicle Defects Qualify?

To qualify under New York’s Lemon Laws, your vehicle must have a nonconformity that:
  • Substantially Impairs Use, Value, or Safety

    A defect or condition that significantly affects the vehicle's operation, market value, or safety.​

Examples of Defects:
  • Engine Problems

    Stalling, misfires, loss of power.

  • Brake Malfunctions

    Inconsistent braking, total brake failure.

  • Electrical Issues

    Power steering loss, infotainment system failures.

  • Transmission Defects

    Jerky shifting, slipping gears.

  • Overheating Problems

    Persistent cooling system failures.

⏳ How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?

  • New Vehicles

    Within the earlier of 18,000 miles or two years from the date of original delivery.

  • Used Vehicles

    Warranty periods vary based on mileage at the time of purchase:​

    • 18,001 to 36,000 miles: 90 days or 4,000 miles​
    • 36,001 to 80,000 miles: 60 days or 3,000 miles
    • 80,001 to 100,000 miles: 30 days or 1,000 miles

  • Issues after warranty expires?

    Call us now! You may still qualify.

🔨 What Is the Manufacturer’s Duty to Repair?

  • Attempt Repairs: The manufacturer or its authorized dealer must repair the defect after being notified by the consumer within the warranty period.
  • Reasonable Number of Repair Attempts: This is presumed if, within the warranty term:​
    • The same nonconformity has been subject to repair four or more times without success.​
    • The vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the nonconformity for a cumulative total of 30 or more days since delivery of the vehicle to the consumer.

What Happens If They Can’t Fix It?

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Refund

Full refund, incl. taxes, fees, & remaining loan balance.

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Replacement

You’ll receive a new car of equal value.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What counts as enough repair visits in New York?

In many situations, leased vehicles can qualify when they meet the law’s requirements and are still within the applicable coverage period. The key is having clear repair orders and a timeline showing repeated repairs or long time out of service.

Yes. Some defects come and go but still reduce safety, reliability, or resale value, especially when repairs do not last.

Yes. Some defects come and go but still reduce safety, reliability, or resale value, especially when repairs do not last.

Repair orders matter most, especially when the same complaint is listed more than once. Also keep the warranty booklet, towing receipts, rental receipts, and any written updates from the dealer.

New York lemon law cases don’t follow one single, universal rule that fits every situation-your options depend on the warranty, the repair history, how long the vehicle has been out of service, and what the defect is. If you want a quick, practical next step, you can start organizing your repair paperwork and then contact a new york lemon law attorney to review it.