
Illinois’ Lemon Law protects drivers who buy or lease new vehicles that turn out to be defective and can’t be fixed under the manufacturer’s warranty.
If your vehicle qualifies, the manufacturer must offer a replacement, a full refund, or a cash settlement — and in some cases, you may be entitled to extra compensation for the inconvenience. Illinois Lemon Law: What It Can Do For You
The Illinois Lemon Law offers consumers protection when their new vehicle repeatedly fails to meet expectations. If you’ve tried to get your car repaired multiple times and it’s still defective, you could be entitled to:
- A replacement vehicle of equal value
- A full buyback, including taxes, registration, and loan payments
- A cash settlement for inconvenience and loss of vehicle value
- Legal fees covered by the manufacturer — not you
We’ll guide you through the entire process, with no upfront fees to you.
What Vehicles Are Covered by Illinois Lemon Law?
To qualify for Illinois Lemon Law, the defect must:
- Substantially impair the vehicle’s use, market value, or safety.
- Arise during the statutory warranty period — the first 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first (815 ILCS 380).
- Remain unrepaired after four or more attempts at the same repair, or leave the vehicle out of service for a total of 30 or more business days within that period.
Am I Eligible Under Illinois Lemon Law?
You could be eligible if:
- The defect affects your vehicle’s safety, value, or use
- The defect has been attempted to be fixed 2 or more times
- The vehicle has been out of service for 30+ days due to the defect
- Report the defect while the vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty or within your state’s lemon-law rights period — these periods vary by state and can be as short as one year.
If this sounds familiar, we’ll be happy to review your repair records and help you get started.
Common Defects Under Illinois Lemon Law
Typical issues that qualify under Illinois Lemon Law include:
- Transmission issues (slipping, jerking, or delayed shifting)
- Brake malfunctions or steering problems
- Fluid leaks or engine overheating
- Electrical problems (warning lights, battery issues, or dashboard failures)
- AC or heater system malfunctions
- Dead battery or alternator issues
- And more…
If your vehicle has had multiple repairs for any of these issues, you may have a lemon.
Illinois Lemon Law and Used Cars
Illinois Lemon Law generally does not cover used vehicles, but some certified pre-owned cars may qualify under the manufacturer’s original warranty. To qualify:
- The used car must still be under the original warranty
- The issue must occur within 18 months or 18,000 miles
- There must have been attempts to fix the problem
Let us review your vehicle and confirm if it qualifies — it’s free!
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