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Michigan Lemon Law Attorneys

Help for Michigan Drivers With Defective Vehicles

A Michigan lemon law attorney helps drivers hold manufacturers accountable when a new vehicle can’t be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts. At Lemon Law Group Partners, our Michigan lemon law attorneys handle claims under the state’s New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (MCL 257.1401–1410) and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act — pursuing a repurchase, replacement, or cash settlement for owners of defective vehicles, with no upfront attorney’s fees.

At a glance

Michigan Lemon Law: Key Facts

The lawMichigan’s New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act, MCL 257.1401–1410.
Covered vehiclesNew passenger cars, SUVs, pickups, and vans bought or leased in Michigan — for personal, family, or household use, or for business use when the buyer purchases or leases fewer than 10 new motor vehicles a year.
Repair thresholdThe same defect subject to repair 4 or more times, or the vehicle out of service 30 or more days.
Required noticeAfter the 3rd repair attempt (or 25 days out of service), written notice to the manufacturer by certified mail, return receipt requested.
Final repair window5 business days after the vehicle is delivered to the manufacturer’s designated facility.
RemediesRepurchase or replacement of the vehicle.
Used vehiclesA previously owned vehicle may still qualify if it was covered by the manufacturer’s express warranty when purchased or leased and the defect was timely reported within the statutory period. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act may also apply.
CostNo Win, No Fee§ — no upfront attorney’s fees, and fees are typically recovered from the manufacturer in successful claims.

Official sources: Act 87 of 1986 (MCL 257.1401–1410) · MCL 257.1403 — remedies & presumption · Michigan Attorney General lemon law guidance

How it works

How Michigan’s Lemon Law Works

Michigan’s New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (MCL 257.1401–1410) requires a manufacturer to buy back or replace a new vehicle it can’t repair within a reasonable number of attempts. Here’s the path a Michigan lemon law claim follows.

01

Repairs begin

You report a covered defect and the dealer attempts warranty repairs during the rights period — the warranty term or the first year after delivery, whichever ends first.

02

Certified-mail notice

After the 3rd attempt (or 25 days out of service), you notify the manufacturer by certified mail, return receipt requested. Their designated facility then has 5 business days for a final fix. We handle this step.

03

The lemon threshold

The vehicle is presumed a lemon after 4 repair attempts for the same defect, or 30+ cumulative days out of service during the first year.

04

Arbitration or negotiation

Some automakers run a dispute-resolution program you may need to use first. We prepare and present the claim either way, working to resolve it without a hearing.

05

Repurchase or replacement

A refund of the purchase price — less a reasonable allowance for mileage used — plus towing and rental reimbursement, or a comparable replacement vehicle.

Eligibility

Does Your Vehicle Qualify?

Michigan’s lemon law covers new passenger cars, SUVs, pickups, and vans bought or leased in the state — for personal or business use. A few conditions generally need to be met.

Personal or business use

Personal, family, and household vehicles qualify — and so do business or commercial vehicles when the buyer purchases or leases fewer than 10 new motor vehicles a year.

Substantial defect

A defect that impairs the vehicle’s use or value, or prevents it from conforming to the manufacturer’s express warranty.

Reported in time

First reported within the warranty term or the first year after delivery.

Still unfixed

The defect persists after a reasonable number of repair attempts.

4+Repair attempts
(same defect)
30+Days out
of service
A “reasonable number” of attempts is presumed when the same defect remains after four or more repair attempts occurring within two years after the first repair attempt, or when the vehicle is out of service for 30 or more cumulative days during the warranty term or one year after original delivery, whichever ends first. Motor homes, buses, and trucks larger than a pickup or van aren’t covered. A previously owned vehicle may still qualify under Michigan’s lemon law if it was covered by the manufacturer’s express warranty when purchased or leased and the defect was timely reported within the statutory period. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act may still apply.

Working with counsel

Why Work With a Michigan Lemon Law Attorney

You can file on your own, but manufacturers defend these claims with experienced counsel. Here’s what representation adds.

We know the other side’s playbook

Our founder defended automakers before representing consumers, so we can anticipate how manufacturers evaluate and contest claims.

We counter delay tactics

Manufacturers often stall, hoping owners give up. We keep the statutory clock and the paperwork moving toward a resolution.

We document to support recovery

A well-documented repair history and demand are what move a claim toward a repurchase, replacement, or cash settlement.

Fees are contingent — No Win, No Fee§. No upfront attorney’s fees, and in successful claims fees are typically recovered from the manufacturer. Clients may be responsible for certain costs as described in their fee agreement.

Our story

Founded by Former Big Three Car Manufacturer Defense Counsel

Lemon Law Group Partners was founded in 2012 by an attorney who previously defended one of Detroit’s Big Three automakers. After years on the manufacturer’s side of these disputes, our founder chose to represent the consumers on the other side of them. Because we know how automakers evaluate, value, and defend lemon law claims, we document and present each claim with that perspective in mind — pursuing the full compensation available under Michigan law and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

25+
Years of lemon law experience, both sides of the table
$300M+
Recovered for consumers nationwide*
30,000+
Clients helped nationwide†
1,500+
5-star reviews, Google & Trustpilot‡

Choosing counsel

How to Choose a Michigan Lemon Law Attorney

When you compare lemon law attorneys in Michigan, these are the factors that matter — and how our firm measures up on each.

Look for What matters

  • Michigan licensure & statute knowledge — licensed in Michigan, working regularly under MCL 257.1401–1410.
  • Understanding of the manufacturer’s side — automakers defend these claims with experienced counsel.
  • Fee structure — contingency, no upfront fees, fees recovered from the manufacturer.
  • Documented process — how the firm handles notice, arbitration, and negotiation.
  • Communication — a named point of contact and clear updates.

We meet it Our firm

  • Attorneys licensed in Michigan handle claims under MCL 257.1401–1410.
  • Founded by an attorney who previously defended a Big Three automaker.
  • Contingency with no upfront attorney’s fees; fees typically recovered from the manufacturer.
  • We manage the full process; many claims resolve without a hearing.
  • Each client works with an assigned case manager.

The firm

Why Lemon Law Group Partners in Michigan

A Michigan-rooted firm founded by attorneys who once sat on the manufacturer’s side of these cases.

800+

Michigan lemon law claims resolved.†

MI-Licensed

Attorneys licensed in Michigan handle claims under state law.

Both Sides

25+ years of lemon law experience — defense, then consumer.

No Win, No Fee§

No upfront attorney’s fees. You pay nothing unless we win or settle.

Find out if your vehicle qualifies

A free case review with our Michigan team — No Win, No Fee§, no upfront attorney’s fees. Explore your options with attorneys who handle Michigan lemon law claims.

Call (888) 415-0610

† Figure reflects Michigan lemon law and vehicle warranty claims resolved by Lemon Law Group Partners from August 21, 2012 through June 30, 2026. Source: firm case-management records. “Resolved” means a claim concluded by manufacturer repurchase, replacement, cash settlement, or other negotiated resolution.

Your Michigan team

Michigan-Licensed Attorneys

Edward l. Ewald jr
Edward L. Ewald Jr.
Attorney at Law — Licensed in Michigan
MI Bar No. P43751
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Jason S. Hegedus
Attorney at Law — Licensed in Michigan
MI Bar No. P57026
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Kathryn B. Abrams
Attorney at Law — Licensed in Michigan
MI Bar No. P67533

Michigan drivers, real results

4.9 average on Google (35 reviews) for our Southfield, Michigan office — part of 1,500+ five-star reviews nationwide‡

★★★★★

“The absolute best service! They were able to win my case and went above and beyond with the repurchase of my car. I went through so much with the dealership and they alleviated so much stress for me. I will recommend them to anyone!”

Tiffany Durant · Google review
★★★★★

“Best lawyers for lemon law. It was easy to deal with them and I was informed every step of the way. No tricks, no gimmicks, just straight shooters. I went in knowing all the information and steps before it happened.”

Patricia Elliott · Google review
★★★★★

“Mica navigated our claim with Ford like a true professional. We could not have received the outcome without her perseverance and hard work! Thank you Mica.”

Linda Corcoran · Google review
★★★★★

“Lemon Law Group made filing a claim for a lemon with the manufacturer easy to understand. They handled all the necessary steps and kept me informed.”

Alejandra F. · Google review
★★★★★

“These guys are the real deal. They got me a settlement offer from the manufacturer.”

Logan C. · Google review
★★★★★

“Did a great job helping me get compensation from the manufacturer for issues with my car. Alex, my Case Manager, was very responsive and easy to work with.”

Timothy M. · Google review

Reviews reflect individual experiences and do not guarantee similar results. Read more on Google.

Some of the many recent Michigan lemon law cases we’ve taken on

2026 Cadillac OptiqCharging defects · 30 days out of service
2024 Chevrolet EquinoxBattery & driving-range defects
2024 Dodge HornetBattery defects · 5+ repair attempts
2023 GMC Acadia5+ repair attempts
2024 Jeep Wrangler3 repair attempts · 41 days out of service
2023 Jeep WagoneerLeased vehicle · 3 repair attempts
2025 Buick Enclave4 repair attempts
2024 Lincoln Nautilus7+ repair attempts
2024 Ford Escape4 repair attempts
2026 Genesis GV70Electrical & safety defects · 3 weeks out of service
2023 Land Rover Range Rover SportWarranty defect claim
2026 Kia SeltosEngine stalling · safety defect

Representative matters recently accepted for representation by the firm in Michigan. Case acceptance does not indicate or guarantee any particular outcome.

Outcomes

What a Michigan Lemon Law Claim Can Achieve

Examples of the types of outcomes a Michigan lemon law claim can lead to when a vehicle can’t be repaired within the manufacturer’s obligations.

Manufacturer Buyback

When repeated repair attempts fail to fix a covered defect, the primary remedy is often a full repurchase — the manufacturer buys the vehicle back, typically refunding the purchase price less a statutory mileage offset.

Resolved Without a Hearing

Many Michigan lemon law claims settle directly with the manufacturer — without an arbitration hearing or trial — once the repair history is documented and presented.

Settlement After a Stalled DIY Claim

Owners who first try to negotiate on their own often find the process stalls. Counsel who understand how manufacturers evaluate claims can move a stalled matter toward a settlement offer.

Illustrative examples only. Outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case; results vary and are not guaranteed.

Our Michigan Location

Michigan office
Lemon Law Group Partners PLC
17344 W 12 Mile Rd, Ste 104
Southfield, MI 48076
(888) 415-0610
Principal office: Lemon Law Group Partners PLC, 3323 NE 163rd St, Suite 301, North Miami Beach, FL 33160 · (888) 668-8515 — the firm’s principal and responsible office.

Serving vehicle owners throughout Michigan, including Metro Detroit (Royal Oak, Southfield, Troy, Warren, Dearborn, Livonia, and Farmington Hills), plus Grand Rapids, Lansing, Flint, and Ann Arbor.

Michigan Lemon Law FAQ

What is Michigan’s lemon law?
Michigan’s lemon law is the New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (MCL 257.1401–1410). It requires a manufacturer to repurchase or replace a new vehicle that has a substantial defect the manufacturer cannot repair within a reasonable number of attempts — presumed after four repairs for the same defect, or 30 or more days out of service during the first year after delivery.

Source: MCL 257.1403 · Michigan AG guidance

Do I qualify for lemon law in Michigan?
You may qualify if you purchased or leased a new vehicle in Michigan with a defect that substantially impairs its use or value, and you reported the problem within the manufacturer’s express warranty term or the first year after delivery, whichever is earlier. The manufacturer must also have had a reasonable number of chances to fix it — presumed after four repair attempts for the same defect or 30 or more days out of service. Used vehicles generally fall outside Michigan’s lemon law but may qualify under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

Source: MCL 257.1403

How many repair attempts do you need for a lemon law claim in Michigan?
Four. Under MCL 257.1403, Michigan presumes the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of repair attempts once the same defect has been subject to repair four or more times and still is not fixed — or once the vehicle has been out of service for repairs for 30 or more days during the first year after delivery. After the third repair attempt (or 25 days out of service), you must send written notice to the manufacturer by certified mail, return receipt requested, giving a final opportunity to cure. After you deliver the vehicle to the manufacturer’s designated repair facility, they have five business days to fix it.

Source: MCL 257.1403

How do I choose a lemon law attorney in Michigan?
Look for an attorney licensed in Michigan who works regularly under the New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act, understands how manufacturers evaluate and defend these claims, and works on contingency with no upfront attorney’s fees. Ask how the firm handles the certified-mail notice requirement, and whether claims typically resolve through negotiation, arbitration, or a hearing. Confirm who your point of contact will be and how you will receive updates.

Source: MCL 257.1407

What does a lemon law case cost in Michigan?
Typically nothing out of pocket to start. Michigan lemon law claims are commonly handled with no upfront attorney’s fees, paid only if the claim succeeds. In successful claims, costs and attorney’s fees may be recovered from the manufacturer under applicable state and federal warranty laws, including the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Clients may be responsible for certain costs and expenses as described in their fee agreement.

Source: MCL 257.1407

Do I have to pay a lawyer upfront for a lemon law claim in Michigan?
No. Michigan lemon law claims are commonly handled on a contingency basis with no upfront attorney’s fees. Fee recovery from the manufacturer is available in successful claims under federal warranty law and, in some circumstances, Michigan’s lemon law. Clients may be responsible for certain costs and expenses as described in their fee agreement.

Source: MCL 257.1407

How long does a Michigan lemon law claim take?
Timelines vary by manufacturer and by the complexity of the defect and repair history. Many claims resolve through negotiation without an arbitration hearing once the repair records and the certified-mail notice are documented and presented. An attorney can estimate a timeline after reviewing your repair history.

Source: MCL 257.1401–1410

Does Michigan’s lemon law cover used cars?
Michigan’s lemon law (MCL 257.1401–1410) covers new vehicles purchased or leased in Michigan, and a vehicle transferred while still within the express warranty term or first year after delivery may retain coverage. Most used-vehicle claims instead proceed under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which applies to any vehicle with an active written warranty regardless of age or mileage.

Source: MCL 257.1402

Our Michigan Office

Lemon Law Group Partners represents Michigan consumers from our office in Southfield, in the Detroit metro area. If you’re local, visit our Southfield lemon law attorney page for office details, directions, and a free case review.

Michigan Cities We Serve

Lemon Law Group Partners represents drivers across Metro Detroit from our Southfield office. Choose your city for local case data, area dealerships, and court venue:

DetroitWayne County WarrenMacomb County Sterling HeightsMacomb County TroyOakland County SouthfieldOakland County · our office LivoniaWayne County Ann ArborWashtenaw County