Lemon Law in Pennsylvania
State-specific overview · General Legal
Pennsylvania requires repair within four attempts or 30 days; refund includes a deduction for mileage.
How Pennsylvania treats Lemon Law
Pennsylvania's lemon law applies to new vehicles purchased or leased within the warranty period. The manufacturer must repair a substantial defect within four repair attempts or 30 days; if unsuccessful, the consumer may seek a refund or replacement. Pennsylvania deducts a reasonable mileage allowance (typically 10% of the purchase price per 1,000 miles driven) from any refund, which can significantly reduce the consumer's recovery.
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 Pennsylvania.