New Hampshire Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced New Hampshire lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. New Hampshire’s Lemon Law (RSA 357-D) covers new vehicles for the term of the manufacturer’s express warranty, with enforcement through the New Hampshire Motor Vehicle Industry Board. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act adds nationwide backup. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under RSA 357-D, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within the warranty term, the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 3 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative business days.
New Hampshire’s Lemon Law applies only to new vehicles. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the NH UCC implied warranty of merchantability protect used buyers with a written warranty.
Yes. New Hampshire’s definition of consumer includes lessees obligated to make payments.
The NHMVIB is a state board that administers Lemon Law arbitration. Decisions are binding on the manufacturer; consumers can pursue further remedies in court.
The consumer. RSA 357-D gives the consumer the right to select refund (less a reasonable use offset) or a comparable replacement.
RSA 357-D, the NH Consumer Protection Act (RSA 358-A:10), and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) are all fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees and costs.
New Hampshire’s Lemon Law generally applies to vehicles registered in NH. Magnuson-Moss applies nationwide.

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire’s Lemon Law (RSA 357-D) covers new motor vehicles for the term of the manufacturer’s express warranty, and provides for refund or replacement when the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 3 attempts or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative business days. New Hampshire uses state-administered arbitration through the New Hampshire Motor Vehicle Industry Board. New Hampshire also lacks a state sales tax, simplifying refund calculations. An experienced attorney pairs the New Hampshire statute with the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2301) and the NH Consumer Protection Act (RSA 358-A) — which authorizes treble damages for unfair practices.

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in New Hampshire?

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

Types of Lemon Law Cases in New Hampshire

From the moment you connect with a New Hampshire 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 NH Motor Vehicle Industry Board arbitration when it would create leverage
Letting the manufacturer’s express warranty term expire while negotiating informally
Failing to plead the NH Consumer Protection Act (RSA 358-A) for treble damages
Missing the 4-year UCC statute of limitations

Common New Hampshire Lemon Law Mistakes

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

How Much Do New Hampshire Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

$0

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

New Hampshire’s Lemon Law (RSA 357-D), the NH Consumer Protection Act (RSA 358-A:10, 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. Most NH lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your New Hampshire Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund
Full purchase price (registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under RSA 357-D. NH has no state sales tax.
Comparable Replacement Vehicle
A new vehicle of comparable value with manufacturer paying 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.
Treble Damages (CPA)
NH Consumer Protection Act (RSA 358-A:10) allows up to 3x actual damages for willful violations.
Attorney Fees (Fee-Shifting)
RSA 357-D, RSA 358-A:10, and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) all shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.
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