Massachusetts Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Massachusetts lemon law attorneys who can leverage one of the strongest consumer-protection regimes in the country. Massachusetts has three separate lemon laws — the New Car Lemon Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½), the Used Vehicle Warranty Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N¼), and the Lemon Aid Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N) for failed state inspections. Combined with Magnuson-Moss and Chapter 93A treble-damage exposure, Massachusetts is uniquely powerful for consumers. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½, a new vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within 1 year or 15,000 miles, the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 3 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 15 cumulative business days.

The Used Vehicle Warranty Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N¼) is among the strongest used-car protections in the country. Dealers must provide a written warranty on used cars based on mileage at sale (30, 60, or 90 days). If the dealer cannot repair a defect after 3 attempts or 10 business days, the buyer can return the vehicle for a full refund.

The Lemon Aid Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N) allows a buyer to rescind the sale within 7 days if the vehicle fails state inspection because of safety defects costing more than 10% of the purchase price to repair. This applies to both new and used vehicles from licensed dealers.

Yes. Massachusetts’s lemon laws cover lessees obligated to make payments under M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½.

M.G.L. c. 93A § 9 — the Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act — allows consumers to recover up to treble damages, attorney fees, and costs for unfair or deceptive practices. A manufacturer’s willful refusal to honor lemon law obligations is regularly pleaded as a 93A violation, giving Massachusetts consumers some of the strongest leverage in the country.

M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½, M.G.L. c. 93A § 9, and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) are all fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees and costs.

Massachusetts’s lemon laws generally apply to vehicles sold by Massachusetts dealers and registered in Massachusetts. The Lemon Aid Law also applies based on dealer location. Magnuson-Moss applies nationwide.

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts has three statutes that protect motor-vehicle consumers. The New Car Lemon Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½) covers new vehicles for 1 year or 15,000 miles and provides for refund or replacement when the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 3 attempts or 15 cumulative business days. The Used Vehicle Warranty Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N¼) — among the strongest in the nation — requires dealers to provide written warranties on used cars based on mileage, with the right to return the vehicle. The Lemon Aid Law (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N) lets the buyer rescind the sale within 7 days if the vehicle fails state inspection. Massachusetts also imposes treble damages and attorney fees under Chapter 93A (M.G.L. c. 93A § 9) for unfair and deceptive practices. An experienced attorney layers these statutes with the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act to maximize leverage.

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Massachusetts?

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

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Massachusetts

From the moment you connect with a Massachusetts 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 manufacturer’s state-certified arbitration program when required

Missing the 7-day Lemon Aid rescission window after a failed state inspection

Letting the 1-year/15,000-mile New Car coverage period expire

Failing to plead M.G.L. c. 93A for treble damages on willful violations

Not documenting every repair attempt with a dated dealer repair order

Letting a non-dealer shop perform warranty repairs

Skipping the manufacturer’s state-certified arbitration program when required

Missing the 7-day Lemon Aid rescission window after a failed state inspection

Letting the 1-year/15,000-mile New Car coverage period expire

Failing to plead M.G.L. c. 93A for treble damages on willful violations

Common Massachusetts Lemon Law Mistakes

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

How Much Do Massachusetts Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

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

Massachusetts’s lemon laws (M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½, § 7N¼, § 7N), the Consumer Protection Act (M.G.L. c. 93A § 9, with treble damages), and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2)) are all fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees on top of the recovery. Massachusetts is one of the strongest consumer-protection states in the country. Most Massachusetts lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your Massachusetts Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund

Full purchase price (taxes, registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½.

Comparable Replacement Vehicle

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

Used Vehicle Refund (§ 7N¼)

Full refund of the used-vehicle purchase price if the dealer cannot repair a defect within the statutory warranty.

Lemon Aid Rescission (§ 7N)

Full rescission of the sale within 7 days of a failed state inspection.

Treble Damages (Chapter 93A)

Up to 3x actual damages plus attorney fees under M.G.L. c. 93A § 9 for unfair or deceptive practices — a uniquely powerful Massachusetts remedy.

Attorney Fees (Fee-Shifting)

M.G.L. c. 90 § 7N½, M.G.L. c. 93A § 9, and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) all shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

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Massachusetts Lemon Law Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Massachusetts?

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Massachusetts?

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Massachusetts

Common Massachusetts Lemon Law Mistakes

How Much Do Massachusetts Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Massachusetts Lemon Law Compensation Include?

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