A lemon law is a law that protects consumers from defects in vehicles sold by a dealership. Since dealers are required to make used and new vehicles safe and disclose any issues, consumers should not be driving off the lot with a defective vehicle. The lemon law differs slightly from state to state, which is why anyone living in Texas should familiarize him/herself with the Texas lemon law.
The Inclusion of Third Parties
While you still can’t pursue a lawsuit for a lemon car from a private party, you can pursue a lawsuit with other third parties. These third parties include manufacturers, converters, design shops and custom vehicle shops that customize an existing vehicle for sale, and a few others. This is important to note because not all states include these additional third parties under the lemon law.
Potential Hazards Covered
When the sale label on the vehicle window discloses a couple of minor defects that are not safety hazards to the vehicle, or the vehicle supposedly has no defects, then the new owner accepts that at face value. The assumption is that the car or truck is safe. If then the vehicle breaks down and places the new owner in a dangerous or unsafe situation within less than a month, the dealer and other responsible parties must make accommodations. This may include payment for injuries, refunds on payments made for the vehicle, replacement of the vehicle, or temporary transportation while the owner’s vehicle is repaired free of charge. If you think you have a “lemon” on your hands according to Texas Lemon Law, contact us today.
