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Montana Lemon Law FAQs

• Q: What Is Montana's Lemon Law?
  A: The New Motor Vehicle Warranty Act of Montana is a state law administered by the Montana Department of Commerce. This law, when applicable, aids consumers in obtaining … More
• Q: What Vehicles Are Covered Under The Lemon Law?
  A: The Lemon Law covers new or demonstrator motor vehicles, including trucks of 10,000 lbs. or less gross vehicle weight that are purchased or leased in Montana with … More
• Q: What Vehicles Are Not Covered?
  A: Trucks over 10,000 lbs. GVW, non­motorized and off­road vehicles, motorcycles and the residential portion of motor homes are not covered under the Montana … More
• Q: What Should I Know About The Warranty Period?
  A: The warranty period ends two years after the date of the vehicle`s original delivery to the consumer, or the first 18,000 miles of operation, whichever occurs first. … More
• Q: What Should I Do After Three Repair Attempts On The Same Problem?
  A: If the problem is a substantial defect or condition that recurs or still exists after the third repair attempt, notify the manufacturer by certified mail, return … More
• Q: What Are My Rights If The Manufacturer Fails To Fix My Vehicle?
  A: If the manufacturer fails to correct any substantial defect or condition following your written notification, the manufacturer must either refund the full purchase … More
• Q: How Do I Prove I Have A Lemon?
  A: Be prepared to produce: All purchase (or lease) documents All maintenance records All repair orders Receipt for maintenance supplies Certified letter of notification … More
• Q: How Do I Obtain A Refund Or Replacement?
  A: If you think you are entitled to a refund or replacement and your manufacturer is unwilling to provide either remedy, you must first submit your dispute to a … More
• Q: Where Can I Get More Information About The Lemon Law?
  A: Montana Consumer Affairs Unit Department of Commerce 1424 9th Avenue P.O. Box 200501 Helena, MT 59620­0501 406­444­4312 commerce.mt.gov/consumer/index.htm … More

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