Kentucky Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Kentucky lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. Kentucky’s Motor Vehicle Lemon Law (KRS § 367.840 to § 367.846) covers new vehicles for 1 year or 12,000 miles, and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act provides broader nationwide backup. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under KRS § 367.842, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within 1 year or 12,000 miles, the manufacturer cannot repair a nonconformity after 4 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative days.

Kentucky’s Lemon Law applies only to new vehicles. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the Kentucky UCC implied warranty of merchantability protect used buyers with a written warranty.

Yes. Kentucky’s statute and Magnuson-Moss both cover lessees.

Consumers must give the manufacturer written notice and a final opportunity to repair before suing under KRS § 367.844.

In Kentucky, the manufacturer chooses between refund and replacement. An attorney can leverage Magnuson-Moss to obtain the consumer’s preferred remedy.

KRS § 367.846 and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) are both fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees and costs.

Kentucky’s Lemon Law generally applies to vehicles registered in Kentucky. Magnuson-Moss applies nationwide.

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Kentucky?

Kentucky’s Motor Vehicle Lemon Law (KRS § 367.840 to § 367.846) covers new motor vehicles for 1 year or 12,000 miles and provides for refund or replacement when the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 4 attempts or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative days. Because Kentucky’s coverage window is short, attorneys rely heavily on the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2301) and the Kentucky Consumer Protection Act (KRS § 367.110 et seq.) to extend protections.

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Kentucky?

Our network includes Kentucky lemon law attorneys who handle every kind of case, including:

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Kentucky

From the moment you connect with a Kentucky lemon law attorney, they go to work protecting your claim. The most common case types we handle:

Not documenting every repair attempt with a dated dealer repair order

Letting a non-dealer shop perform warranty repairs

Skipping the pre-suit written notice required by KRS § 367.844

Letting the short 1-year/12,000-mile coverage period expire — Kentucky is one of the shortest in the country

Accepting the manufacturer’s first buy-back offer without considering Magnuson-Moss leverage

Missing the 2-year SOL under KRS § 367.846

Not documenting every repair attempt with a dated dealer repair order

Letting a non-dealer shop perform warranty repairs

Skipping the pre-suit written notice required by KRS § 367.844

Letting the short 1-year/12,000-mile coverage period expire — Kentucky is one of the shortest in the country

Accepting the manufacturer’s first buy-back offer without considering Magnuson-Moss leverage

Missing the 2-year SOL under KRS § 367.846

Common Kentucky Lemon Law Mistakes

Even a small misstep can hurt your case. Here’s what to avoid:

How Much Do Kentucky Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

Out of pocket — state law shifts your attorney fees to the wrongdoer. You keep your full recovery.

Kentucky’s Motor Vehicle Lemon Law (KRS § 367.846), the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2)), and the Kentucky Consumer Protection Act (KRS § 367.220) are all fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees on top of the recovery. Most Kentucky lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your Kentucky Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund

Full purchase price (taxes, registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under KRS § 367.842.

Comparable Replacement Vehicle

A new vehicle of comparable value with manufacturer paying taxes and registration.

Cash & Keep Settlement

A negotiated cash payment with the consumer keeping the vehicle.

Incidental & Consequential Damages

Towing, rental cars, finance charges, and registration costs.

Attorney Fees (Fee-Shifting)

KRS § 367.846 and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

KCPA Damages

The Kentucky Consumer Protection Act (KRS § 367.220) allows actual damages, punitive damages, and attorney fees in appropriate cases.

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Kentucky Lemon Law Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Kentucky?

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Kentucky?

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Kentucky

Common Kentucky Lemon Law Mistakes

How Much Do Kentucky Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Kentucky Lemon Law Compensation Include?

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