What is a Lemon Under Michigan Lemon Law?

Michigan Lemon Law covers new and leased passenger vehicles, SUVs, vans, and trucks that are purchased in Michigan. 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 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 within two years of the first repair attempt or if it has been out of service for a cumulative total of 30 business days or parts of days within one year of the date of delivery of the vehicle
• After the third repair attempt or after the vehicle has been out of service for a cumulative total of 25 days, the manufacturer has been notified of the defect and been given a final opportunity to repair the vehicle
• Is driven for personal, family, or household use