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Oregon Lemon Law: Protect Your Rights with Expert Legal Representation

  • Covers new and used vehicles like cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, and certified pre-owned vehicles under warranty in Oregon.
  • Compensation options includes vehicle replacement, refund, cash settlement, and in some cases, civil penalties up to three times the original compensation.
  • Not eligible: Minor defects, issues caused by improper use, and vehicles not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.

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When a defect affects your vehicle’s safety, value, or use, and the defect can’t be fixed after a reasonable number of attempts, you are entitled to compensation.

This could include vehicle replacement, full refund, cash settlement, or even civil penalties if the manufacturer doesn’t comply.

Your Rights Under Oregon Lemon Law

If your vehicle has a serious defect that continues despite repair attempts, Oregon Lemon Law guarantees your right to:

  • Replacement: A new vehicle of the same make and model.
  • Repurchase: A full refund, including taxes and fees, minus a mileage deduction.
  • Cash Settlement: Compensation for the diminished value of your vehicle, with potential civil penalties up to three times the original amount.

Additionally, Oregon Lemon Law ensures that attorney fees are covered, making it easier for you to pursue your claim without additional financial stress.

Which Vehicles are Covered by Oregon Lemon Law?

Under Oregon Lemon Law, you’re protected if you own or lease:

  • New and certified pre-owned vehicles under the manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Used vehicles that are still under the remaining factory warranty.
  • Vehicles like cars, trucks, motorcycles, SUVs, RVs, and certain business vehicles (under 10,000 lbs).

Minor defects and issues caused by neglect or unauthorized modifications are excluded.

How to Qualify for Oregon Lemon Law?

To qualify for Oregon Lemon Law, the defect must:

  • Be reported during the 2-year period or 24,000 miles from original delivery, whichever ends first (Or. Rev. Stat. § 646A.402(2)).
  • Survive a reasonable number of repair attempts. Oregon presumes that standard is met when the same defect has been repaired 3 or more times, or the vehicle has been out of service 30 or more calendar days (60 for a motor home) — both within that same window. A defect likely to cause death or serious injury needs only 1 final repair attempt (§ 646A.406(1)).
  • Before pursuing a remedy, you must give the manufacturer direct written notification and an opportunity to cure the defect.
  • A lawsuit must be filed within 1 year after the earlier of the 24,000-mile mark or the 2-year period from delivery (§ 646A.416).

Types of Defects Covered by Oregon Lemon Law

Oregon Lemon Law protects you from a wide range of defects that affect your vehicle’s operation, such as:

  • Engine failure
  • Transmission issues
  • Electrical malfunctions
  • Brake system problems
  • Faulty airbags
  • Steering or suspension defects

These defects must be serious enough to impact the vehicle’s overall safety and functionality and persist after reasonable repair attempts.

Lemon Law for Used Cars in Oregon

Oregon Lemon Law applies to used vehicles under specific conditions:

  • The defect must be covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty.
  • The defect must affect the vehicle’s safety, value, or use.
  • The defect must remain unresolved after reasonable repair attempts.

If your used vehicle qualifies, we can help you secure compensation.

Why Choose Us for Your Lemon Law Case in Oregon?

  • Proven Expertise: Over 10 years of successful Lemon Law cases in Oregon.
  • No Fees Unless We Win: You don’t pay unless we win your case—no upfront costs.
  • 24/7 Availability: We are always here to answer your questions and provide updates.
  • Complete Support: From filing your claim to negotiating with the manufacturer, we handle it all.
  • Maximizing Compensation: We fight to get you the maximum compensation, including civil penalties when applicable.

No upfront fees.
Your legal fees are covered by the manufacturer. Your agreement explains any costs.

Cities We Serve in Oregon

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Medford
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Portland
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Salem
Salem ➜

How it works

01

Free Case Review

Contact us to share details about your vehicle’s defect, and we’ll evaluate your case for free.
02

Claim Process

We take care of everything, from filing the claim to negotiating with the manufacturer.
03

Resolution

If we win, you’ll receive a refund, replacement, or cash settlement.

Let Us Help You Turn Your Lemon into Lemonade.

We are committed to providing exceptional legal support and ensuring you get the compensation you deserve under Oregon Lemon Law.
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FAQs

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How do I start an Oregon lemon law claim?

Notify the manufacturer or dealer in writing about the defect and allow them repair opportunities within 2 years or 24,000 miles. If unsuccessful, file a request with the manufacturer’s informal dispute settlement procedure (like BBB AUTO LINE) if they have one, then contact a private attorney through the Oregon State Bar referral service at 503-684-3763 or 1-800-452-7636.

What documents do Oregon lemon law lawyers need?

You’ll need all repair orders and detailed service statements itemizing repairs, parts, and labor costs, purchase or lease agreement, manufacturer’s warranty documentation, written correspondence with manufacturer/dealer, documentation of out-of-service days, and receipts for any related expenses like towing or rentals.

How many repair attempts trigger Oregon lemon law relief?

Oregon requires 3 or more repair attempts for the same defect OR 30 calendar days out of service (60 days for motor homes) within 2 years or 24,000 miles. For serious safety defects likely to cause death or injury, only 1 repair attempt plus a final repair opportunity is required.

What remedies can an Oregon lemon law attorney obtain?

You can receive either a replacement new vehicle OR a full refund of purchase/lease price plus collateral charges (taxes, fees, finance charges, options) minus reasonable mileage allowance. Courts may also award attorney’s fees, expert witness fees, costs, and up to triple damages (maximum $50,000) if the manufacturer didn’t act in good faith.

Does Oregon lemon law cover leased vehicles and motorcycles?

Yes, Oregon lemon law covers both leased vehicles and motorcycles purchased or leased for personal, family, or household use. The law applies to any self-propelled vehicle, including used vehicles, purchased/leased in Oregon or registered in Oregon, with the same protections and repair attempt requirements applying to all covered vehicles.