What is a Lemon Under Colorado Lemon Law?

Colorado Lemon Law covers new passenger vehicles, SUVs, vans, and trucks that are purchased in Colorado, as well as used cars that are sold by dealers within one year of the original purchase or before the expiration of the manufacturer's warranty (whichever comes first). In order to be considered a "lemon," the vehicle must meet the following requirements:

• Does not conform to the manufacturer's express warranty
• Has substantial defects affecting the use, safety or value of the vehicle
• Has manufacturer's defects that occurred during the first year from the original owner's delivery date or before the expiration of the manufacturer's warranty (whichever period ends first)
• Has been taken in four times for the same problem or if it has been out of service for 30 business days due to a series of unrelated problems
• After the dealer has tried to repair the vehicle four times, the manufacturer has been notified and given an opportunity to repair the vehicle
• Carries ten or fewer passengers
• Is driven for personal use