What Are The Possible Outcomes?

If the Lemon Law criteria are met, the law presumes that you are entitled to receive a comparable new replacement vehicle, of the same model with the same features, that is accepable to you, or a refund.

In the case of a refund, the manufacturer is entitled to deduct a reasonable allowance for vehicle use, based on the number of miles driven from date of delivery. After this deduction, you are entitled to receive the full purchase price, taxes, license and registration fees, and all other similar governmental fees, excluding finance interest.

If the following conditions prevail, you are not eligible for legal remedy under the Lemon Law:

The manufacturer proves that it has not had a reasonable opportunity to repair your car. For example, they prove that the number of repair attempts was not reasonable because you did not follow the terms of the warranty or some event (such as a labor strike, war, or natural disaster) prevented timely repairs.
If the manufacturer proves that no problem exists or that the problem does not substantially impair the vehicle`s use, value, or safety.
If the defect was the result of abuse, neglect, unauthorized alterations or modifications, or an accident.

Other Oregon Lemon Law FAQs

Q: What Vehicles Are Covered Under The Lemon Law?
A: This law covers passenger motor vehicles that are sold in the state of Oregon, including leased vehicles and motorcycles, and that were purchased primarily for … More
Q: What Is The Lemon Law Term Of Protection?
A: The term of protection is for the first year of ownership from date of delivery or the first 12,000 miles, whichever is reached first. This term of protection may be … More
Q: What Types Of Defects Are Covered?
A: It covers any defect or series of defects that substantially impair the use and value of the vehicle, and that are not the result of your abuse, neglect, or … More
Q: What Do I Need To Do Before I Can Claim That My Car Is A Lemon?
A: The vehicle must have been taken in for a reasonable number of attempts to repair the defect(s). It is already presumed that your vehicle has undergone a reasonable … More
Q: What If My Problem Does Not Fit The Requirements Of My State's Lemon Law?
A: If your vehicle does not meet the term of protection or other specifics of the Lemon Law, it does not mean that your rights stop there. You still may be able to invoke … More
Q: What Are My Options For Action Under The Lemon Law?
A: If manufacturer either fails to make a final attempt to repair the defect, or if the defect still exists after such an attempt, you may seek to receive a replacement … More
Q: Does The Manufacturer Have To Tell Potential Purchasers Of The Car That It Was Deemed A Lemon?
A: Yes, full disclosure is required.
Q: Does The State Of Oregon Have A Used Car Lemon Law?
A: No.
Q: Where Can I Get More Information About The Lemon Law?
A: Oregon Department of Justice Civil Enforcement Division 1162 Court Street NE Justice Building Salem, OR 97310 5033784732 … More