We get a lot of questions regarding the Texas "Lemon" Law in the Q&A forum. I usually have to explain to the inquirer that the "Lemon" law only applies to new vehicles, etc.

In this case, you actually probably do have a valid "Lemon" law claim. The Texas... View More

If the vehicle was stolen when it was "sold" to you, you probably cannot get a bonded title or get the insurance company to release the funds to you. Your remedy for unknowingly buying a stolen vehicle is to sue the individual or company that sold you the vehicle.

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Maybe if the sale was not "as-is." Take you sale documents, your warranty documents, repair receipts, and any outstanding repair estimates to an attorney who practices in the area of consumer law in or near the county where you purchased the car. Most will provide an initial... View More

The lemon law only applies to new vehicles.

When a person buys a vehicle "as-is", the buyer is are accepting the vehicle in whatever condition it is in with all defects, known or unknown, and acknowledging that they alone are responsible for inspecting the vehicle to ensure it... View More

You are correct that there is no specific time limit. A part may never become available. Theoretically, a US car manufacturer must provide parts for their cars for at least ten years from the date of manufacture. The Chevy Volt was a spectacular failure, selling fewer than 70,000 units. Many of... View More

Was shipping the vehicle from another state a "material" part of your agreement, or was it only incidental? Fraud typically involves a misrepresentation of a MATERIAL fact. Did you justifiably rely on the vehicle being shipped from another state for some reason? How did that reliance... View More

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answered on Jun 1, 2025

That’s an awful situation to be put in, and you have every right to feel wronged. In Texas, car dealerships are bound by the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA), which protects consumers from being misled or sold defective products under false or unfair conditions. Selling a car with a known... View More

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answered on May 14, 2025

You're not wrong to feel cornered by this situation—what started as a warranty repair has turned into an unfair burden on you. If the windshield damage happened from a random rock strike while you were using the loaner vehicle as intended, this is generally considered a no-fault incident.... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

It sounds like you're dealing with a frustrating situation, especially given the car’s serious issues so soon after purchase. Since the vehicle is still within the dealership’s 1,000-mile or 30-day warranty, the first step is to put your request for repairs or resolution in writing. This... View More

You should still file a Lemon Law complaint. If you meet the eligibility criteria, it is the manufacturer (not the dealer) who may be obligated to buy the new motor vehicle back from you.

https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/consumer-protection/lemon-law

Maybe. Check out the requirements to file a Lemon Law claim on the Texas DMV website: https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/consumer-protection/lemon-law

You might meet the 30-day test or the serious safety hazard test.

The Texas Lemon Law has very clear and specific requirements. You should review the public summary on the State website here: https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/consumer-protection/lemon-law

The Lemon Law does not affect your obligation to make payments to your lender or financing company... View More

Contact the lawyers representing the plaintiff class.

If you have an actual documented transmission failure and a decent back story, they might want to include you as a named plaintiff to get a better settlement for the class.

You can ask for whatever amount you like. Awards of damages for mental anguish vary depending upon the facts and circumstances presented by the evidence to the jury.

A decent rule of thumb for settlement purposes is no more than 1.5x the amount of your medical expenses for whatever bodily... View More

Typically, when you lease a brand new car, it comes with a warranty from the manufacturer. Most commonly, any manufacturer authorized service center can provide warranty service. Most dealerships which sell that manufacturer’s cars have authorized service centers.

If the dealership... View More

You should consider taking the vehicle to another mechanic for a second opinion given the size of the repair estimate.

You may be able to go to court and ask the PO for the the form

Since a car can only be a “lemon” if it was purchased new, you could be sued for business disparagement if your sign deters a prospective customer from purchasing a car from the dealership.

Most used cars are sold as-is, meaning the buyer is not relying on anything the seller may have... View More

Yes, if you purchased a new automobile from a dealership, you may be able to file a "Lemon Law" complaint. The complaint procedure is overseen by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

The requirements and procedure are described in layman's terms on its website at... View More

Most used cars are sold as-is. When you purchase a car “as-is” that means you are not relying on anything the Seller may have told you about the condition of the car.

But if this one wasn’t sold as-is, you likely can sue the Seller for fraud to recover the cost of repair as well as... View More