Purchasing a vehicle is a significant investment, and discovering it’s defective can be frustrating and costly. If you’ve bought a defective car in Tennessee, you may be entitled to remedies under state law, including Tennessee’s Lemon Law. At Lafferty Law Firm, we assist the middle Tennessee public in navigating the legal process to protect their rights and seek compensation.

What Is the Lemon Law?

Tennessee’s Lemon Law, officially known as the Tennessee Motor Vehicle Warranties Act, provides protection for consumers who purchase or lease new vehicles that have serious defects. These defects must:

• Substantially impair the vehicle's use, value, or safety.
• Occur within the first year or during the manufacturer’s warranty period, whichever comes first.
• Persist despite a reasonable number of repair attempts by the manufacturer or dealer.

The Lemon Law applies to new vehicles, but there may be other legal options available for used cars or vehicles not covered by this specific statute.

What Are Your Options for a Defective Vehicle?

Request Repairs:

• If your vehicle is under warranty, the manufacturer or dealer is obligated to repair the defect. Ensure all repair attempts are documented.

Seek a Replacement or Refund:

• If the defect cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, you may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, minus a reasonable allowance for use.

File a Lemon Law Claim:

• If the manufacturer refuses to resolve the issue, you can file a claim under the Lemon Law. This process may involve arbitration or litigation.

Pursue Alternative Legal Remedies:

• For vehicles not covered by the Lemon Law, such as used cars, you may still have options under other consumer protection laws, including breach of warranty or fraud claims.

How Lafferty Law Firm Can Help

Navigating a Lemon Law claim or pursuing other legal remedies can be complex and time-sensitive. At Lafferty Law Firm, we work with middle Tennessee residents to assess their situation, explore all available options, and take action to ensure fair treatment.

If you’ve purchased a defective vehicle, contact us today for a consultation. Let us help you understand your rights and achieve the best possible outcome.