What is a Lemon Under Vermont Lemon Law?

Vermont Lemon Law covers new passenger vehicles, SUVs, vans, and trucks under 10,000 pounds that are purchased or leased in Vermont. It also covers the chassis of RVs, demonstrators, and used vehicles that are still under the original manufacturer's warranty. 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 the expiration of the warranty (whichever period ends first)
• Has been taken in three times for the same problem or has been out of service for a set of unrelated problems for a cumulative total of 30 calendar days; the first repair attempt must be while the express warranty is in effect
• The manufacturer has been notified in writing of the defect within one year from the delivery date or the expiration of the warranty (whichever period ends first) and has a final opportunity to fix the problem
• You have participated in the manufacturer's informal arbitration program, if one exists, or the Vermont Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board process