Lemon Law in Arkansas
State-specific overview · General Legal
Arkansas requires three repair attempts or 30 cumulative days out of service within one year of purchase.
How Arkansas treats Lemon Law
Arkansas's lemon law applies to new vehicles with defects substantially impairing safety, use, or value. The manufacturer must have three or more repair attempts for the same defect, or the vehicle must be out of service for 30 or more cumulative days, within one year of purchase. If these thresholds are met, the consumer can obtain a refund or replacement vehicle. The law excludes damage from misuse, neglect, or accidents not covered by warranty.
The general definition of Lemon Law
State laws protecting consumers who buy defective vehicles that the manufacturer cannot repair.
Lemon laws are consumer protection statutes that give buyers the right to a refund or replacement if they purchase a new vehicle with serious defects that the manufacturer cannot fix within a reasonable number of attempts. These laws vary by state but generally apply to vehicles still under warranty. If a car qualifies as a lemon, the manufacturer must either replace it or refund the purchase price, minus a small deduction for mileage. Lemon laws protect consumers from being stuck with expensive, unreliable vehicles.
Read the full Lemon Law entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Arkansas.