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New York Lemon Law FAQs

• Q: What Types Of Vehicles Are Covered Under The Used Car Lemon Law?
  A: This law covers a used vehicle that satisfies all of the following conditions: It was purchased, leased, or transferred after the expiration of the New Car Lemon Law`s … More
• Q: What Types Of Vehicles Are Not Covered Under The Used Car Lemon Law?
  A: The law does not cover used motorcycles, motor homes, off­road vehicles, and classic cars registered under section 401 of the vehicle and traffic law. The law does … More
• Q: What Types Of Defects Are Covered Under The Used Car Lemon Law?
  A: The law requires a dealer to repair any material defects that substantially impair the use, value, or safety of the used vehicle; that are covered by the warranty, … More
• Q: What Is The Used Car Lemon Law Term Of Protection?
  A: The law requires used car dealers to provide their customers with warranties, the length of which depends on the used motor vehicle`s mileage at time of purchase: If a … More
• Q: What Do I Need To Do Before I Can Claim That My Newly Purchased Used Car Is A Lemon?
  A: It is your responsibility to promptly bring the motor vehicle in to notify the dealer of the problem and give the dealer an opportunity to repair the defect(s). If you … More
• Q: What Are My Options For Action Under The Used Car Lemon Law?
  A: You may seek to receive a replacement vehicle or a refund via the same options as presented in the New York New Car Lemon Law; any action under the Lemon Law must be … More
• Q: What Are The Possible Outcomes?
  A: If it has been determined that your newly purchased use car is a lemon, you are entitled to receive a refund for the vehicle. The dealer is permitted to offer you a … More
• Q: Does A Used Car Dealer Have To Tell Potential Purchasers Or Lessors Of The Vehicle That It Was Returned As A Lemon?
  A: Yes, written, conspicuous disclosure is required. Written disclosure must also be printed on the certificate of title by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. More
• Q: Where Can I Get More Information About The New And Used Car Lemon Law?
  A: New York Office of the Attorney General The Capitol Albany, NY 12224 518­474­5481, OR 120 Broadway New York, NY 10271 212­416­8345 Information and … More

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