The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act is a Federal Law that protects the buyer of any product which costs more than $25 and comes with an express written warranty. This law applies to any product that you buy that does not perform as it should.

The Magnuson-Moss law is a federal law gives consumers considerable rights in dealing with manufacturers of lemon cars. This law guarantees a car buyer that certain minimum requirements of warranties must be met, and provides for disclosure of warranties before purchase.

When a warrantor fails to repair a car within a reasonable number of times, the warrantor will be liable to pay damages to the consumer under the Magnuson-Moss Act.  This remedy is referred to as a “cash and keep” settlement.  A “cash and keep” settlement allows you to keep possession of your car and receive money from the auto manufacturer based on its diminished value. The warranty remains valid and you can continue to service the vehicle in accordance with the warranty terms.

Our firm has argued successfully to juries that manufacturers should be given three attempts to fix the defect under the Magnuson-Moss Act. Continued attempts to repair beyond the initial three should not be allowed. This is called the “three strikes and you’re out” principle.

A consumer may pursue legal action in any court of general jurisdiction in the United States to enforce his rights under the Magnuson-Moss Act. Attorney’s fees based on actual time spent will be covered if the consumer does prevail.

Due to this particular condition, there is quite a bit of financial pressure on the manufacturer to settle consumers disputes before going to court, as this would keep their expenses down.

To learn more about the Pennsylvania & New Jersey Lemon Law please call 1-800-MY-LEMON (1-800-695-3666) or email us.