What is covered under Delaware lemon law?
Delaware lemon law applies to new and used passenger vehicles that were sold or leased in the state of Delaware. Motorcycles and the living areas of motor homes are not covered by Delaware lemon law. What kinds of problems are covered by Delaware lemon law? In order to qualify for coverage under Delaware lemon law, the vehicle must have a serious defect that causes nonconformity to the vehicle’s warranty. The nonconformity must affect the use, safety, or value of the vehicle. This nonconformity cannot be caused by neglect, abuse, or modification to the vehicle by anyone other than the manufacturer or its agents and dealers. The nonconformity must be reported to the manufacturer within either the warranty period or one year after purchase of the vehicle, whichever comes first. How can I file under Delaware lemon law? Before a claim can be made under Delaware lemon law, the manufacturer must receive notice of the nonconformity in writing and have a reasonable chance to repair it. A reaso