Understanding The Lemon Law
Author: Stephen Kreutzer

Lemon laws were designed to protect the consumer. Buying a
vehicle is one of the major purchases a person can make and
having protection against a bad deal is important. Lemon laws
differ from state to state, but the basics of the law are
standard throughout the United States.

The lemon law gives consumers a basic definition of what
considers a vehicle to be a lemon. It also states the
manufacturer is responsible for problems and goes on to define
how matters should be handled when a lemon is in question. The
lemon laws sets up a warranty period that is usually between 12
and 24 months. It also specifies how many attempts must be made
to correct the defect before a refund or replacement is
ordered. Most often serious defects that would affect the
safety and security of passengers is allowed one attempt to
correct. Other lesser concerns usually are allowed three
attempts. When the refund is given there are dedications for
use of the vehicle. This usually correlates with the number of
miles on the vehicle. Not every situation qualifies under the
lemon law, so checking state regulations is important before
attempting to use the law.

Once you know your situation qualifies under the lemon law
there are some steps to take. Repairs are an important part of
the lemon law, as stated above, there are a certain number of
attempts allowed to try to repair the defect. It is important
that you keep good repair records to prove the attempts have
been made. After repairs have been attempted you have to notify
the manufacturer about what is happening. You should then be set
up to get the refund or replacement. Sometimes the manufacturer
will disagree and you may have to go to court to resolve the
matter.

Lemon laws are a way to make manufacturers responsible for the
vehicles they make. When a person buys a vehicle they expect to
be able to drive it and use it, not be stuck with major
problems. Fortunately more often than not major defects are
caught as soon a the vehicle is on the market and the
manufacturer steps up to replace them. However, if this doesn't
happen then your state's lemon laws are there to look out for
your rights.


About The Author: Stephen Kreutzer is a freelance publisher
based in Cupertino, California. He publishes articles and
reports in various ezines and provides information on lemon
laws at Lemon Law Facts. http://www.lemonlawfacts.info