Does Ohio’s Lemon Law cover used cars?

Yes, if the used vehicle was purchased within a year of its original delivery date and had less than 18,000 miles at the time of purchase.

Q: Does Ohio's Lemon Law cover used cars in Akron?

A: Yes, if the used vehicle was purchased within a year of its original delivery date and had less than 18,000 miles at the time of purchase.

Q: What if the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act applies instead?

A: This federal law can apply to a used vehicle of any age sold with a warranty, extended warranty, or service contract, regardless of whether Ohio's Lemon Law applies — our Akron-area attorneys evaluate both.

Q: How many repair attempts count toward a lemon law claim in Akron?

A: Generally three or more attempts for the same defect, though the law's other qualifying conditions (30+ days out of service, 8+ attempts for varied issues, or one attempt on a safety-critical defect) can also apply.

Lemon Law Attorney in Akron, OH

If you bought or leased a new (or qualifying used) vehicle in Akron that's been back to the shop again and again for the same problem, Ohio's Lemon Law (R.C. 1345.71 et seq.) may entitle you to a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase price. The law applies where a manufacturer has had a reasonable opportunity to repair the vehicle but failed after three or more attempts; where the vehicle has been in the shop a combined 30 or more days during its first 18,000 miles or first year; where the manufacturer failed after eight or more attempts to repair various different issues; or where the manufacturer failed after even one attempt to repair a defect capable of causing death or serious injury.

Campbell Perry Law represents Akron-area consumers pursuing relief under Ohio's Lemon Law, appearing in Summit County Court of Common Pleas when litigation is necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does Ohio's Lemon Law cover used cars in Akron?
A: Yes, if the used vehicle was purchased within a year of its original delivery date and had less than 18,000 miles at the time of purchase.
Q: What if the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act applies instead?
A: This federal law can apply to a used vehicle of any age sold with a warranty, extended warranty, or service contract, regardless of whether Ohio's Lemon Law applies — our Akron-area attorneys evaluate both.
Q: How many repair attempts count toward a lemon law claim in Akron?
A: Generally three or more attempts for the same defect, though the law's other qualifying conditions (30+ days out of service, 8+ attempts for varied issues, or one attempt on a safety-critical defect) can also apply.