What Is the Arizona Lemon Law?

If you purchased a new or used vehicle that you think is defective, you may be wondering what the Arizona lemon law entails. The state has a set of regulations in place to protect consumers who bought a vehicle that has defects that affect safety and use, and you may be able to take legal action if the manufacturer is not taking the necessary steps to fix the problem.

What Are the Basics of the Arizona Lemon Law?

The Arizona lemon law states that if a vehicle has a significant defect that interferes with the overall safety and operation of the vehicle, the manufacturer or dealership must make the necessary repairs to fix the issue. For new vehicles, the owner must report the problem within the covered period, which is 24,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.

If the manufacturer is unable to repair the car after four attempts, or the vehicle is out of service for 30 cumulative days or more, the owner can accept a replacement or return the car. In lieu of repair, the manufacturer may either replace the vehicle with a new one or accept a full return.

For used vehicles, the coverage period is 500 miles or 15 days, whichever comes first. Even if there are major repairs the manufacturer must make, the vehicle owner must pay $25 each for the first two repair attempts.

What Qualifies as a Lemon in Arizona?

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