Lemon Laws are American state laws that cover consumer rights when buying a car. They ensure owners have rights if the vehicle is a “lemon”, that is it repeatedly fails to meet acceptable standards of quality and performance and holds the manufacturer or seller to account.

The official name for federal Lemon Law is the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. This protects citizens of all states from being sold a car which is not fit for purpose and helps them take action against rogue manufacturers.

The exact law varies between states and not all the regulations cover used or leased cars. The rules give extra rights above and beyond the warranty in place when purchasing the car. Federal Lemon Law also states that the warranty provider, usually the vehicle manufacturer, must also pay the claimant’s attorney in a successful law suit.

Lemon Law is used in addition to other consumer rights and ensures buyers of any product are protected. For more information on Lemon Law, select a category on the right hand side.