Seattle Lemon Law Attorneys Helping Washington Drivers Resolve Vehicle Defect Claims

The Seattle Lemon Law offers strong protection for Washington consumers who purchase or lease new vehicles that fail to perform as expected. If your vehicle repeatedly has defects affecting safety, reliability, or value, you may qualify for:

• A comparable replacement vehicle
• A full refund, including taxes, registration, and title fees
• A cash settlement for diminished value or inconvenience
• Attorney’s fees covered by the manufacturer if your claim is successful

You pay nothing — the manufacturer covers all attorney fees when your claim succeeds.

Seattle Lemon Law applies to:

• New and leased vehicles purchased or registered in Washington
• Cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans used for personal or household purposes
• Claims made within two years of purchase and 24,000 miles, whichever comes first
• Vehicles with four or more failed repair attempts or 30+ cumulative days out of service
• Certain small business or commercial vehicles that meet Washington’s Lemon Law standards

Not Covered: Used “as-is” vehicles, off-road vehicles, or those heavily modified after purchase.

You may qualify if:

• The defect impacts your vehicle’s use, safety, or market value
• The manufacturer or dealer made four or more repair attempts for the same problem
• The vehicle was out of service for 30 or more total days
• The issue arose during the manufacturer’s warranty period or within two years of delivery

Our Seattle Lemon Law attorneys can review your case and confirm your eligibility — completely free.

Common defects that may qualify include:

• Engine stalling, overheating, or failure to start
• Transmission slipping, jerking, or rough shifting
• Steering or braking malfunctions
• Electrical or computer system failures
• Heating or air conditioning issues
• Persistent leaks, noises, or vibration problems

If these issues continue despite multiple repair attempts, your car may be considered a lemon under Washington law

While Washington’s Lemon Law primarily covers new vehicles, used car owners may still be protected under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or dealer warranty rules if:

• The used vehicle came with a written warranty or service contract
• The defect appeared within that coverage period
• The dealer or manufacturer failed to repair it after reasonable attempts

Find out if your used car qualifies — your case review is free and confidential.