Durham Lemon Law Attorneys Helping North Carolina Drivers Stand Up to Manufacturers

The Durham Lemon Law provides legal protection for consumers stuck with defective vehicles. If your car’s ongoing issue affects its safety, performance, or value, you could qualify for:

• A full refund of your purchase price, taxes, and fees
• A replacement vehicle from the manufacturer
• A cash settlement for the inconvenience
• Free legal representation — all fees are paid by the manufacturer

You pay nothing unless your case is successful.

The North Carolina Lemon Law covers:

• New cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs under the manufacturer’s warranty
• Leased vehicles still within warranty coverage
• Vehicles primarily used for personal or household purposes
• Defects that appear within 24 months or 24,000 miles of delivery

Not covered: used cars sold “as is,” RVs, or motorcycles

You may qualify if:

• The defect affects your car’s safety, value, or usability
• The dealer has made 4+ unsuccessful repair attempts for the same issue
• Your car has been out of service for 20+ business days
• The problem occurred under the manufacturer’s warranty
• Your claim is filed within the legal timeframe

Keep repair records, invoices, and communication with the dealer — they’re crucial for your case.

The North Carolina Lemon Law covers many recurring vehicle defects, including:

• Engine or transmission malfunctions
• Steering, alignment, or brake issues
• Faulty electrical or sensor systems
• Repeated warning lights or dashboard failures
• Air conditioning or heating breakdowns
• Safety system defects (airbags, seatbelts, etc.)
• Persistent vibration, stalling, or leaks

If your car keeps returning to the dealership for the same issue, you might have a lemon.

While North Carolina’s Lemon Law mainly protects new vehicles, some used cars may qualify if:

• The issue began under the manufacturer’s warranty
• The defect appeared within 24 months or 24,000 miles of delivery
• The manufacturer or dealer had multiple chances to repair the issue

Contact our Durham team for a free used car case evaluation today.