Who is covered under Michigan lemon law?
Michigan lemon law applies to new or used passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, vans, and SUVs that are purchased or leased in Michigan, or by a Michigan resident. The vehicles must come with a manufacturer’s express warranty. Other kinds of vehicles, such as motor homes and trucks, are not covered by Michigan lemon law. If the consumer buys or leases more than ten vehicles a year, the Michigan lemon law does not apply. What are the terms of the Michigan lemon law? Michigan lemon law says that if a consumer notifies the manufacturer that the vehicle has a serious nonconformity within the warranty period or within the first year of possession, the manufacturer must repair it. If the nonconformity cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, the manufacturer must repurchase or replace the vehicle. A serious nonconformity exists when a defect that is covered by warranty hampers the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. In order to be covered by Michigan lemon law, the nonconform
