What should I do?
What types of vehicles are covered under the Lemon Law?
All motor vehicles that are primarily used for personal use are covered under the Lemon Laws of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
The number one question that we are asked is, what type of vehicles are covered under the Lemon Law. Here is brief list of vehicles covered under the Lemon Law. Please call us toll free for a further free consultation (888) LEMON-38 (888-536-6638).
Purchased Cars - YES
Leased Cars - YES (If leased after February 11, 2002. There is coverage under breach of warranty theories if the vehicle was leased prior to this date.)
Motorcycles - NO (But, motorcycles are covered under breach of warranty. Call our toll free hot line (888) LEMON-38 (888-536-6638) to discuss your motorcycle rights.)
Used Cars - NO (But, if you have a manufacturer warranty, we may be able to help. Call our toll free hot line (888) LEMON-38 (888-536-6638) to discuss your rights.
I have heard about a milage limit of 12,000 miles. What is the real story?
The Lemon Law covers purchased and leased personal use motor vehicles that are 12 months or less in age and have 12,000 miles or less. If your car is outside this limit, call our toll free hot line (888) LEMON-38 (888-536-6638) immediately to discuss your rights. You may have a claim for breach of warranty.
I have heard that you need to take the car in three times. Is this true?
Not necessarily. Generally, where a manufacturer fails to repair a vehicle after a reasonable number of attempts (3 times) for the same problem or non-conformity, and the problem cannot be fixed, or the vehicle is out of service for a total of 30 days (not consecutive) for any non-conformity you may be entitled to compensation under the Lemon Law.
Should I take my car into the shop again?
You should take your car to the manufacturer authorized repair shop so long as a problem exists and the safety of the vehicle is at issue. Each case is different, and you should speak to a qualified Lemon Law attorney first, but it is best if you can demonstrate the problem with the car if you go forward with a case.
If the dealer refuses to repair you vehicle you also have a Lemon Law case.
What are your rights?
If your vehicle is covered under the Lemon Law, you may be entitled to Lemon Law relief, consisting of a new car, full refund, or partial monetary payment with continued use of your vehicle. You should speak to our Lemon Law experts to discuss your specific case.
Call our toll free hot line (888) LEMON-38 (888-536-6638) to discuss your rights.
How does the cost free representation work?
When we accept your case, all fees and costs are paid by the manufacturer. The fees and costs are added to the settlement, or paid in addition where a the manufacturer either provides a new car, or buys back your Lemon. Fees and costs are paid by the manufacturer under the Lemon Law and Magnuson Moss Act.
Borjeson & Maizel charge a contingency fee for cases involving commercial vehicles and consumer fraud.
What is a Breach of Warranty Case?
In reality, it is essentially the same thing as a Lemon Law but the case is pursued under breach of warranty and the Magnuson Moss Act. You should call our toll free hot line (888) LEMON-38 (888-536-6638) to discuss your rights.
Maintain all Records of Vehicle Repairs
If you have been having difficulty with a specific problem on your vehicle, make sure that you receive a detailed statement of what was work was performed on the vehicle, as well as any charges which were incurred. A written copy provides you with strong evidence that you have had a consistent and specific problem, and also that you have provided the manufacturer with a reasonable opportunity to correct the problem. When building your PA or NJ lemon law case, the more written information detailing the history of your problem ... the better.
Organize your documentation
Have your vehicle’s warranty, your finance/lease agreement, any repair or service orders, any correspondence you have had with the manufacture or dealership regarding the issue, and any other document that may provide evidence to strengthen you lemon law case, neatly organized in chronological order.
Become familiar with Technical Service Bulletins (TSB)
for your vehicle
When a defect or repair for a certain model of automobile becomes known, the manufacture of the vehicle sends instructions to alert various dealerships with what is known as Technical Service Bulletins (TSB). Dealerships do not usually offer this information unless requested by an individual. Having your dealer representative document the fact that you have requested a TSB on your vehicle can add to your PA or NJ lemon law case. Ask your service technician about TSBs.
Links for Technical Service Bulletins:
To find out more about your vehicle and any service bulletins that have been issued search the NHTSA technical service bulletin database. This information will better equipt you with information when you call our Lemon Law toll free hot line (888) LEMON-38 (888-536-6638) to discuss your rights.
Vehicles with a History of Lemon Law Complaints:
Acura
Alfa Romeo
Audi
Bentley
BMW
Buick
Cadillac
Chevrolet / Chevy
Chrysler
Daewoo
Dodge
Ferrari
Ford
Geo
GMC
GM / General Motors
Honda
Hummer
Hyundai
Isuzu
Infiniti
Jaguar / Jag
Jeep / Jeep Grand Cherokee
Kia
Land Rover / Range Rover
Lexus
Lincoln
Lotus
Mazda
Mercedes Benz
Mercury
MINI
Mitsubishi
Nissan
Oldsmobile
Plymouth
Pontiac
Porsche
Saab
Saturn
Subaru
Suzuki
Toyota
Volkswagen / VW
Volvo
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