Roanoke Lemon Law Attorneys Protecting Virginia Drivers from Defective Vehicles

The Roanoke Lemon Law protects consumers who end up with vehicles that repeatedly fail to perform as promised. If your car’s defects impact its safety, value, or use, you may be entitled to:

• A complete refund including purchase price, taxes, and fees
• A new replacement vehicle from the manufacturer
• A cash settlement for your inconvenience
• Free legal help — all attorney fees are paid by the manufacturer

You pay nothing out of pocket unless your case is won.

The Virginia Lemon Law covers the following:

• New passenger cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs under warranty
• Leased vehicles covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty
• Vehicles used primarily for personal, household, or family purposes
• Defects occurring within the first 12 months or 18,000 miles (whichever comes first)

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

You may qualify if:

• The defect affects your car’s safety, reliability, or resale value
• The dealer made 3 or more failed repair attempts for the same issue
• The vehicle has been out of service for 30 or more days
• The defect appeared while the vehicle was under warranty
• You filed your claim within Virginia’s legal Lemon Law period

Keep copies of all repair orders, invoices, and communications with the dealership to build your case.

Typical defects that qualify under Virginia Lemon Law include:

• Engine or transmission malfunctions
• Electrical or battery system failures
• Brake, steering, or suspension issues
• Faulty air conditioning or heating
• Safety system malfunctions (airbags, seatbelts, sensors)
• Persistent dashboard warnings or error codes
• Noise, leaking, or vibration problems

If your car keeps returning to the repair shop for the same issue, it may qualify as a lemon.

While Virginia’s Lemon Law mainly covers new cars, certain used vehicles may qualify if:

• The defect occurred within 12 months or 18,000 miles of delivery
• The manufacturer’s original warranty is still active
• The dealer or manufacturer had multiple chances to repair the defect

Reach out for a free used car eligibility evaluation from our Roanoke team.