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
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