1.  What qualifies as a 'lemon' under Florida Law? 

In Florida, a vehicle is legally considered a 'lemon' if it has a substantial defect, called a nonconformity, that the manufacturer cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts. This applies to new or demonstrator vehicles within the first 24 months of delivery, provided the defect significantly impairs the vehicle's use, value, or safety. 

2.   How many repair attempts are required for a Lemon Law claim in Florida?

Florida follows a "three strikes" presumption. If the same recurring problem has been subject to repair at least three times by an authorized dealer without success, the consumer must provide the manufacturer with a final written notice. If the defect persists after a final repair attempt, the vehicle is presumed to be a lemon.

3. Does the Florida Lemon Law apply to used cars?

Generally, the Florida Lemon Law does not cover used cars. However, if you purchased a used vehicle that is still within the "Lemon Law Rights Period," the first 24 months from the original date of delivery to the first owner, and the defect occurred during that window, you may still be eligible for protection under the original manufacturer's warranty.

4. How much does it cost to hire a Lemon Law attorney in Miami?

At MMD Law Advocates, we handle Lemon Law cases on a contingency basis, meaning there are no out-of-pocket costs for the consumer. Under the Florida Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act, the manufacturer is required to pay all reasonable attorney's fees and legal costs if the consumer prevails in their claim.

5.What is the '30-day rule' for Florida Lemon Law? 

​A vehicle may qualify as a lemon if it is out of service for repair for a cumulative total of 30 or more days due to one or more defects. Once the vehicle has been out of service for 15 days, the owner must provide written notice to the manufacturer to trigger the final opportunity to inspect or repair the vehicle.

6. What can I recover if my car is declared a lemon?

If your vehicle is deemed a lemon, you are entitled to either a full refund of the purchase price (minus a reasonable offset for use) or a replacement vehicle of comparable value. This refund typically includes paid sales tax, registration fees, and reimbursement for incidental expenses like towing or rental car costs.