Miami Lemon Law Attorney

Miami Lemon Law Attorney for Defective Vehicles

If you purchased or leased a new vehicle in Miami and the dealership has been unable to repair a recurring problem, you may have rights under Florida’s Motor Vehicle Lemon Law. Lemon Law Group Partners represents consumers throughout Miami and Miami-Dade County in claims involving defective cars, trucks, SUVs, electric vehicles and other qualifying motor vehicles.

Florida Lemon Law provides consumers with a process for seeking a vehicle refund or replacement when a manufacturer cannot repair a substantial warranty defect after a reasonable number of attempts. Strict notice and filing deadlines apply, so it is important to evaluate a potential claim promptly.

Does My Vehicle Qualify Under Florida Lemon Law?

Your vehicle may qualify when:

• It was purchased or leased new, or acquired as a qualifying demonstrator vehicle.
• The defect was first reported within Florida’s 24-month Lemon Law rights period.
• The problem is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
• The defect substantially impairs the vehicle’s use, value or safety.
• The manufacturer or its authorized service facility received a reasonable opportunity to repair the defect.
• You complied with the applicable notice, arbitration and filing requirements.

A vehicle does not automatically qualify merely because it required several repairs. The nature of the defect, repair history, total days out of service, warranty coverage and notices sent to the manufacturer must be reviewed together.

How Many Repair Attempts Are Required Under Florida Lemon Law?

Three Attempts to Repair the Same Defect

Florida law establishes a presumption that a reasonable number of repair attempts have occurred when the same nonconformity has been subject to repair at least three times and continues to exist.

After the third unsuccessful repair attempt, the consumer must provide written notification directly to the manufacturer—not merely the dealership—and give the manufacturer a final opportunity to repair the vehicle.

Thirty Cumulative Days Out of Service

A separate presumption applies when the vehicle has been out of service because of repair of one or more nonconformities for a cumulative total of 30 or more days.

Once the vehicle has been out of service for 15 cumulative days, the consumer must provide written notice to the manufacturer. The manufacturer must then be given an opportunity to inspect or repair the vehicle before the 30-day presumption is established.

The days do not have to involve the same defect. Multiple substantial warranty problems may count toward the cumulative out-of-service total.

What Is a Nonconformity Under Florida Lemon Law?

Florida Lemon Law uses the term “nonconformity” to describe a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of a motor vehicle and does not conform to the manufacturer’s warranty.

Examples may include:

• Engine stalling, failure, loss of power or excessive oil consumption
• Transmission slipping, shuddering, harsh shifting or failure to engage
• Brake, steering or suspension defects
• Recurring electrical-system failures
• Battery, charging or electric-vehicle range problems
• Airbag or advanced driver-assistance system malfunctions
• Water intrusion or persistent leaks
• Recurring warning lights or vehicle shutdowns
• Air-conditioning or cooling-system failures
• Camera, sensor or infotainment defects that substantially affect vehicle use or safety

Minor cosmetic concerns or problems caused by an accident, abuse, neglect, unauthorized modification or alteration generally do not qualify as Lemon Law nonconformities.

Which Vehicles Are Covered by Florida Lemon Law?

Florida Lemon Law generally applies to qualifying new or demonstrator motor vehicles purchased or leased in Florida for personal, family or household use. Certain vehicles used for business purposes may qualify when the owner or lessee falls within the statute’s definition of a consumer.

Potentially covered vehicles include:

• New passenger cars
• New pickup trucks
• New SUVs and crossovers
• New electric and hybrid vehicles
• Qualifying demonstrator vehicles
• Qualifying leased vehicles
• Certain recreational vehicles, subject to different requirements and exclusions

Does Florida Lemon Law Cover Used Vehicles?

Florida’s Motor Vehicle Lemon Law generally does not cover an ordinary used-vehicle purchase simply because the vehicle remains under warranty. However, purchasers of used or certified pre-owned vehicles may have separate rights under the remaining manufacturer’s warranty, the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a written dealer warranty or other consumer-protection laws.

Are Motorcycles Covered?

Motorcycles and mopeds are excluded from the Florida Motor Vehicle Lemon Law. Other warranty or consumer-protection claims may still be available depending on the circumstances.

Are Recreational Vehicles Covered?

Certain self-propelled recreational vehicles may qualify, but the statute contains separate procedures and does not cover defects involving the vehicle’s living facilities. Towable recreational vehicles are not covered as motor vehicles under Florida’s Lemon Law.

What Compensation Is Available for a Florida Lemon?

If a qualifying vehicle cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, the consumer may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a refund under Florida law.

Vehicle Refund

A refund may include qualifying amounts paid toward the vehicle and certain collateral charges, less deductions permitted by law, including a reasonable offset for the consumer’s use of the vehicle.

Replacement Vehicle

A consumer may elect or agree to receive a comparable replacement vehicle instead of a refund. The replacement terms and any applicable use offset depend on the specific circumstances.

Negotiated Settlement

Some claims are resolved through a negotiated monetary payment, vehicle repurchase, replacement, extended warranty or another agreed resolution. The available outcome depends on the evidence, governing law and manufacturer’s response.

How Does the Florida Lemon Law Process Work?

1. Report the defect: Present the vehicle to the manufacturer or an authorized dealership for repair during the Lemon Law rights period.
2. Obtain repair orders: Keep a copy of every repair order and verify that the document accurately describes the complaint, repair dates, mileage and work performed.
3. Track days out of service: Maintain a record of every day the vehicle is unavailable because of diagnosis or repair.
4. Notify the manufacturer: Send the required written notice directly to the manufacturer after three unsuccessful repairs for the same defect or after 15 cumulative days out of service.
5. Allow the final opportunity: Make the vehicle available for the manufacturer’s final inspection or repair opportunity.
6. Complete required arbitration: File with the applicable state-certified manufacturer program or the Florida Attorney General’s Lemon Law Arbitration Division.
7. Seek the available remedy: Pursue a refund, replacement vehicle or another appropriate resolution.

What Is the Deadline for a Florida Lemon Law Claim?

Florida’s Lemon Law rights period ends 24 months after the vehicle was originally delivered to the consumer.

An arbitration claim generally must be filed with the appropriate forum no later than 60 days after the Lemon Law rights period expires. Additional deadlines may apply when the manufacturer maintains a state-certified dispute-resolution program.

Consumers should not wait until the end of the 24-month period to begin documenting defects, sending required notices or seeking legal guidance.

What Documents Should You Keep?

• Vehicle purchase or lease agreement
• Warranty booklet and owner’s manual
• Every dealership repair order
• Invoices and diagnostic reports
• Manufacturer and dealership emails or text messages
• Certified-mail receipts and written notices
• Towing and rental-vehicle receipts
• Photographs and videos of intermittent defects
• A timeline showing every repair attempt and day out of service
• Vehicle registration and financing documents

Before leaving the dealership, review each repair order carefully. The document should accurately identify the symptoms you reported, even when the technician states that the problem could not be duplicated.

Why Work With a Miami Lemon Law Attorney?

Focused Knowledge of Florida Lemon Law

Florida Lemon Law claims involve detailed notice, repair-opportunity, arbitration and filing requirements. An attorney who regularly handles defective-vehicle claims can evaluate whether those requirements have been met and identify any additional warranty claims.

Review of Your Complete Repair History

A proper case evaluation requires more than simply counting dealership visits. The attorney should review whether the same defect recurred, how long the vehicle remained out of service, whether the repair orders accurately document the complaints and whether the manufacturer received the required notice.

Communication With the Manufacturer

A Lemon Law attorney can communicate with the manufacturer, organize supporting evidence, address procedural defenses and pursue an appropriate refund, replacement or negotiated resolution.

Additional Warranty Protections

When a vehicle does not meet every requirement of Florida’s Motor Vehicle Lemon Law, other rights may exist under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, written warranties or additional state consumer-protection laws.

Why Choose Lemon Law Group Partners?

Former Automobile Manufacturer Defense Experience

Our founding attorney previously defended Lemon Law claims for a major automobile manufacturer. That experience helps our team understand how manufacturers evaluate, defend and resolve defective-vehicle claims.

More Than 25 Years of Lemon Law Experience

Our attorneys focus on Lemon Law and vehicle-warranty disputes and have represented consumers facing recurring defects, unsuccessful repairs and extended periods without their vehicles.

Representation Throughout Miami-Dade County

Our North Miami Beach office serves consumers throughout Miami, Miami Beach, North Miami, Aventura, Hialeah, Doral, Coral Gables, Kendall, Homestead and surrounding Miami-Dade County communities.

Free Case Review

We provide free initial case evaluations. Our written representation agreement explains how attorney’s fees, litigation expenses and any case-related costs are handled. In many successful warranty cases, applicable law may require the manufacturer to pay reasonable attorney’s fees.

Questions to Ask During Your Case Review

• Does my vehicle fall within Florida’s 24-month Lemon Law rights period?
• Does my repair history satisfy the three-attempt or 30-day presumption?
• Was the same defect accurately documented on each repair order?
• Do I need to send written notice to the manufacturer?
• Has the manufacturer received its required final repair opportunity?
• Does my manufacturer have a state-certified arbitration program?
• What filing deadline applies to my claim?
• Could the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act apply if the state Lemon Law does not?
• What refund, replacement or settlement options may be available?

Speak With a Miami Lemon Law Attorney

If your vehicle has undergone three or more unsuccessful repairs for the same defect, has spent 30 or more cumulative days out of service, or continues to experience a substantial warranty problem, contact Lemon Law Group Partners for a free case review.

Our attorneys can review your repair orders, calculate the vehicle’s days out of service, determine whether the required notices were sent and explain the available state and federal warranty remedies.

• Phone: (305) 964-8262
• Address: 3323 NE 163rd St #301, North Miami Beach, FL 33160

Why Miami Residents Choose Us

Miami is a vibrant city known for its diverse culture, beautiful beaches, and bustling nightlife. With a unique blend of local and international residents, Miami requires a legal firm that understands its specific needs.

Our Lemon Law attorneys in Miami are not only experts in their field but also deeply familiar with the local area. We understand the unique challenges Miami residents face and are committed to providing personalized, effective legal solutions.

Whether you’re enjoying the sunny beaches of South Beach or navigating the busy streets of Downtown Miami, you can rely on our team to handle your Lemon Law case with utmost care and long-standing experience.