Michigan Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Michigan lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. Michigan’s New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (MCL § 257.1401 et seq.) covers new vehicles for 1 year or the term of the express warranty, and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act provides nationwide backup. As the automotive capital, Michigan attorneys go up against domestic manufacturers daily. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under MCL § 257.1403, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within the term of the manufacturer’s express warranty, the manufacturer cannot repair a defect after 4 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative days.

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

Yes. Michigan’s definition of consumer includes lessees obligated to make payments.

Consumers must give the manufacturer written notice by certified mail and a final opportunity to repair (5 business days) before suing. MCL § 257.1403.

The consumer. MCL § 257.1403 gives the consumer the right to select refund (less a reasonable use offset) or a comparable replacement.

MCL § 257.1406 and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) are both fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees and costs.

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

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Michigan?

Michigan’s New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (MCL § 257.1401 to § 257.1410) covers new motor vehicles for 1 year from delivery or the term of the manufacturer’s express warranty, whichever is longer. It 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 within the warranty period. Michigan is the auto industry’s home — Detroit-based manufacturers maintain robust legal teams to defend lemon claims. An experienced Michigan attorney, often pleading the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCL § 445.901), levels the playing field and shifts attorney fees to the manufacturer.

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Michigan?

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

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Michigan

From the moment you connect with a Michigan 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 certified-mail notice and 5-day final opportunity required by MCL § 257.1403

Letting the manufacturer’s express warranty term expire while negotiating informally

Accepting the manufacturer’s first buy-back offer without checking the statutory formula

Missing the 18-month SOL under MCL § 257.1407

Not documenting every repair attempt with a dated dealer repair order

Letting a non-dealer shop perform warranty repairs

Skipping the pre-suit certified-mail notice and 5-day final opportunity required by MCL § 257.1403

Letting the manufacturer’s express warranty term expire while negotiating informally

Accepting the manufacturer’s first buy-back offer without checking the statutory formula

Missing the 18-month SOL under MCL § 257.1407

Common Michigan Lemon Law Mistakes

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

How Much Do Michigan Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

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

Michigan’s New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (MCL § 257.1406) and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2)) are fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees on top of the recovery. Most Michigan lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your Michigan Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund

Full purchase price (taxes, registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under MCL § 257.1403.

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)

MCL § 257.1406 and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

Diminished Value

Negotiated compensation for resale-value loss from defect history.

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Michigan Lemon Law Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Michigan?

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Michigan?

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Michigan

Common Michigan Lemon Law Mistakes

How Much Do Michigan Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Michigan Lemon Law Compensation Include?

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