Maine Lemon Law

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Information from NADA Title & Registration Textbook 2004

 

Maine Lemon Law

 

Under the Maine Lemon Law, a consumer may have a right to a refund or a replacement of a vehicle if the following applies: (1) There is a defect or combination of defects which substantially impairs the use, safety, or value of the vehicle; and (2) The unrepaired defect happened during the manufacturer’s express warranty; and within the two year period following the delivery date of the vehicle to the original purchaser or lessee; and during the first 18,000 miles of operation; (3) The defect still exists or has recurred after 3 or more repair attempts for the same defect (2 of the repairs must be by the same dealer); or being out of service for repairs for a cumulative total of 15 or more business days (for one or more defects); and the manufacturer had been given in writing a 7 day final opportunity to repair. For additional information please contact the Lemon Law Arbitration Program, Department of the Attorney General, Public Protection Division, 6 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333