New York Lemon Law Facts

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All New York Counties

New York Lemon Law Facts

We Serve
All New York Counties

NY Lemon Law Help

Driving a Lemon Car in New York? You have New York Lemon Law rights which may permit you to obtain one of the following: a new car, a full refund, or a partial refund for your defective car at no cost to you.

It’s As Easy as 1-2-3

1 Tell Us About Your Lemon
Fill out our form or call us at 1-800-MY-LEMON


    2 We Evaluate Your Case For Free
    We contact the Manufacturer and negotiate settlement
    3 Compensation For Your Automobile
    You receive compensation and the manufacturer pays our fees

    New York Lemon Law Requirements

    The New York Lemon Law covers any consumer who purchases, or leases, a new car in the state of New York.  If your car is declared a lemon you are entitled to a full refund, new car replacement or substantial compensation.

    Under the New York Lemon Law a car may be declared a lemon if it meets all of the following conditions:

    1. It has a defect, or condition that is covered by the manufacturer’s express warranty
    2. The defect, or condition substantially impairs the use, market value, or safety of the car
    3. You gave the manufacturer or its authorized dealer 4 opportunities to repair the defect or condition within 24 months of purchase or within 18,000 miles whichever comes first.

    In addition,  you have four years from the date the car was purchased or leased to file a lemon law suit, pursuant to the New York statute of limitations, .

    Contact us today for lemon law help and join the thousands of New York clients who have said goodbye to their lemon car problems.

    Let The NY Lemon Law Attorney Help You

    Lemon Law Attorney

    David J. Gorberg & Associates are ready to help.
    Call 1-800-MY-LEMON to get started.

    Each year the Lemon Law Firm of David J. Gorberg and Associates represents thousands of consumers against numerous manufacturers. The firm is nationally and locally recognized as one of the country’s largest and most successful lemon law firms and has recovered millions of dollars in settlements for its many clients. Because our firm focuses its practice solely on lemon law and breach of warranty and we have the experience needed to handle your case to a successful conclusion.

    More than 500 Million Dollars in Lemon Law Settlements Recovered

    In most cases there is very little needed from a client other than certain records. Many cases are settled in less than 30 to 60 days. If you are experiencing a problem with your new or used motor vehicle we can assist you. The firm’s litigation philosophy and its approach to all lemon law cases is simple but effective: We strive to make a quick and efficient settlement for our clients.

    34 Years of Lemon Law Trial Experience and Thousands Helped

    Call us for free information at 1-800-MY-LEMON (1-800-695-3666) or fill out our free submission form. There is no cost to our clients and all legal fees are included with any settlements.

    Get Free NY Lemon Law Help in 5 Minutes

    The New York Lemon Law was enacted for the express purpose of protecting consumers from buying or leasing new, but faulty, motor vehicles or motorcycles. The law seeks to make sure that the manufacturer of the vehicle fixes any problems or defects that were originally covered under the manufacturer’s warranty and were reported by the owner within 24 months or or 18,000 miles, whichever comes first.

    David J. Gorberg & Associates has helped more than 30,000 clients and recovered millions of dollars in settlements making us one of the leading lemon law firms in New York.

    The New York Lemon Law Process

    The following will explain how our lemon law firm can assist you with obtaining lemon law help in New York.

    Initial Client Lemon Law Intake Process

    After discussing your claim and problems with your vehicle our lemon law firm will evaluate your claim and determine if the vehicle is less than 6 years old, and whether the defect occurred during the warranty period. Upon determining that you have a viable claim, we will send you an initial client letter that details the process and how your case will proceed. During this process, we will also assist you in obtaining all of the necessary documentation so that the case can be further evaluated and pursued.

    Pre Litigation NY Lemon Law Settlement

    We will first submit your claim to the manufacturer through a lemon law notice letter. The manufacturer will review your claim and respond to our NY lemon law notice.  In many cases, our firm can resolve the claim directly with the manufacturer in less than 30 days.

    Learn more about the NY Lemon Law Process

    See Our Most Recent NY Lemon Law Settlements

    2020 VW Atlas – New York Lemon Law Buy Back
    Electrical problems – Full refund of purchase price, and all attorney fees settlement within 7 days of calling our firm.
    Watertown, NY

    2019 Nissan Rogue – New York Lemon Law Buy Back
    Electrical problems – Full refund of purchase price, and all attorney fees settlement within 21 days of calling our firm.
    West Sand Lake, NY

    2021 Ford Mustang GT – New York Lemon Law Buy Back
    Engine problems and Oil Leak – Full refund of purchase price, and all attorney fees settlement.
    Hudson, NY

    2021 Volvo XC90 – New York Lemon Law Buy Back
    Water Leak – Full refund of purchase price, and all attorney fees settlement within 45 days of calling our firm.
    Locust Valley, NY

    See More Settlements

    What to do if you have a Lemon

    Call our toll free telephone number 1-800-MY-LEMON (1-800-695-366), or complete our free lemon law case evaluation. If we agree to represent you, we will submit your claim to the manufacturer, negotiate a settlement and get you money for your defective car, at no cost to you. Should the automobile manufacturer refuse to comply with lemon law requirements, we will promptly file suit on your behalf to seek compensation under the New York Lemon Law and Federal Warranty Act. If your case settles, all fees and costs are paid by the manufacturer. Regardless of the outcome, you never pay any fees or costs.

    Are leased vehicles covered under the NY Lemon Law?

    Yes, the New York lemon law provides coverage for leased cars.

    Are motorcycles covered under the New York Lemon Law?

    Yes, motorcycles were added to the NY Lemon Law in 2005.

    Are all Problems Covered under the NY Lemon Law?

    The Lemon Law only covers specific problems under specific conditions. The following are not covered by the New York’s lemon law:

    • Problems or defects that do not substantially impair the vehicle’s use, value, or safety.
    • Any problem that is attributable to the vehicle owner’s own negligence.
    • Defects that are caused by an accident, vandalism, or acts of god.

    What if I Start having Problems After The NY Lemon Law Mileage/Year Requirement?

    You may still be entitled to compensation. There are other laws which govern warranties which may be used to assist you, including Federal Warranty Act, also known as the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the Uniform Commercial Code. David J. Gorberg & Associates has represented thousands of clients whose vehicles did not start having problems during the lemon law year/mileage limitation.

    What are your Rights under New York Lemon Law?

    If you qualify under the New York Lemon Law, you have several important rights:

    • The right to have the manufacturer replace your vehicle with a similar new vehicle.
    • The right to compel the dealer or manufacturer to repurchase your vehicle at the original price of the vehicle, including any finance charges, registration fees and taxes on the vehicle, minus an allowance for the use of the car. (The allowance for the use of the vehicle is either 10% of the purchase price of the vehicle or ten cents per mile of the vehicle up to the first problem, whichever is less.)

    What are the Exceptions to the NY Lemon Law

    • Abuse or Neglect:  A vehicle will not qualify for lemon law relief if the defect is due to abuse or neglect.
    • Commercial Vehicles:  Only vehicles used for personal use are covered under the NY Lemon Law. There is no coverage for commercial vehicles.
    • 4 Year Statute:  A New York lemon law claim has a four-year statute of limitations. A claim must be filed within four years of the vehicle’s first use.
    • Motorcycle:  NY Lemon Law covers motorcycles, but not off-road vehicles, such as ATVs.

    Refund for Purchased or Leased Vehicles

    In the case of a vehicle refund, the refund is calculated by taking the full purchase price of the vehicle, and then subtracting a “reasonable allowance for vehicle use.”

    Replacement for Purchased Vehicles

    The manufacturer can offer to replace the vehicle, although you do not have to accept their offer (opting instead for a refund). However, if the manufacturer refuses to refund your money, you can take them to court. If you do accept a replacement vehicle, and the original vehicle was financed, the manufacturer must make sure the financing is transferred from the original vehicle to the replacement vehicle. It is your responsibility to have the title and registration transferred to your new vehicle.

    Court Action

    If the manufacturer does not accept your Lemon Law claim, we will file suit seeking compensation for you.

    If you win, the manufacturer must pay costs, reasonable attorney’s fees and expert witness fees.

    Can I Resolve This Myself?

    You probably should avoid aggravating yourself further and wasting time. First, there is a reason that all 50 states have some form of a Lemon Law. Laws are passed to remedy problems which have become widespread. However, the mere fact that there is a lemon law does not mean that you will be treated differently if you represent yourself. It still costs a manufacturer less to drag it out with an unrepresented consumer and hope you will either go away or take little or nothing, than it would cost them to buy back everyone’s vehicle who made a complaint. Second, if you fail, you will have wasted precious time if you then have to hire an attorney. Third, the right law firm does NOT charge YOU an hourly attorney’s fee! By being represented by the right law firm you lend legitimacy to your case. If you select a law office that limits their practice to consumer law, the manufacturer will most likely already know your law firm. If your law firm has successfully handled multiple lemon law claims, the manufacturer will know that you have someone on your side who knows what they are doing. Furthermore, if the manufacturer knows that if you do not get what you want, you have the ability and the will to file a lawsuit, you will be treated with more respect. This is because it costs the manufacturer money just to defend a lawsuit (starting from the moment you file the Complaint) as they have to send it to a qualified local law firm to defend it.

    New York Lemon Law Office – White Plains and Buffalo

    With New York Lemon Law offices located in Buffalo, NY and White Plains, NY, we cover the entire state.

    White Plains, NY Lemon Law Office
    777 Westchester Avenue, Suite 101
    White Plains, NY 10604
    1-917-831-4059

    Buffalo, NY Lemon Law Office
    70 Niagara Street, Suite 624
    Buffalo, NY 14202
    1-716-220-7020

    Talk to an experienced New York Lemon Law Lawyer and Get a Free Case Evaluation

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