Lemon Law in Virginia
State-specific overview · General Legal
Virginia requires manufacturers to repair defects within a reasonable number of attempts before you can seek a refund or replacement.
How Virginia treats Lemon Law
Virginia's lemon law applies to vehicles with defects that substantially impair value or safety, reported within the warranty period. The manufacturer gets a reasonable number of repair attempts—typically three for the same defect or four total—before you qualify for a refund or replacement vehicle. If repairs take the vehicle out of service for more than 30 days total, you may also have grounds for relief. The law covers both new and used vehicles still under the manufacturer's 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 Virginia.