| Buying a new car can be a fun and rewarding | | | | What If a Vehicle Is Not Covered by Pennsylvania's |
| experience that most people enjoy. Whether out of | | | | Lemon Law? |
| necessity or for pleasure, car buyers spend a great | | | | It's important to note that even if your car falls outside |
| deal of time carefully considering the qualities of each | | | | of the limitations established by the Pennsylvania |
| vehicle to decide on the vehicle that will be the right fit | | | | Lemon Law, there are still Federal breaches of |
| for them. Unfortunately, consumers occasionally find | | | | warranty laws which may apply. If your car has an |
| their dream car can quickly become a nightmare and in | | | | original or extended manufacturer's warranty and has |
| Pennsylvania this is no exception. | | | | a problem that can't be fixed after three repair |
| Occasional mechanical problems can appear even | | | | attempts, chances are you may have some recourse. |
| when a vehicle is new, however when these problems | | | | Therefore, it's suggested that you contact a qualified |
| repeatedly occur, Pennsylvania drivers must protect | | | | Pennsylvania Lemon Law Attorney to determine |
| their rights. Therefore, a brief review of the | | | | whether you are entitle to compensation |
| Pennsylvania Lemon Law should be useful to anyone | | | | How to Avoid Buying a Lemon |
| that has a new vehicle or has ever considered buying | | | | Many people think that when buying a new car, the |
| a new car in the state of Pennsylvania. | | | | odds of getting a lemon can't be reduced, but this isn't |
| What is a Lemon? | | | | the case. With a little extra effort, car buyers can |
| Generally speaking, a "lemon" is a new vehicle that has | | | | greatly reduce the odds of having a sour experience |
| been purchased or leased which suffers from a | | | | by following this simple advice: |
| repetitive nonconformity. A nonconformity is defined as | | | | 1) Review the National Highway Traffic Safety |
| a defect or condition which substantially impairs the | | | | Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Complaints List - |
| use, value or safety of the vehicle. | | | | Avoid the Vehicle with a High Proportion of Complaints |
| How Does Pennsylvania Define a Lemon? | | | | 2) Check out the Car Book by Consumer Advocate |
| The Pennsylvania Lemon Law applies to new cars | | | | Jack Gillis and The Center for Auto Safety as a Guide |
| purchased or leased in Pennsylvania and registered in | | | | to the Highest Rated Vehicles. |
| PA, OR purchased in another state but registered in | | | | 3) Inspect the Vehicle Thoroughly Including a Test |
| PA by the first owner immediately after purchase. In | | | | Drive; Take Extensive Notes , You May Need Them |
| order to qualify for remedy under the Pennsylvania | | | | Later |
| Lemon Law, your vehicle must be used for personal | | | | 4) Carefully Document All Vehicle Repairs Keeping All |
| use and must suffer its first non conformity (that's a | | | | Invoices and DocumentsUnderstand Your Rights |
| defect which affects the use, value or safety of the | | | | Under Pennsylvania Law |
| car) within the first 12 months or 12,000 miles, | | | | In conclusion, buying or leasing a new car in |
| whichever comes first. The problem must occur at | | | | Pennsylvania does not have to be a risky proposition. |
| least two more times under the Manufacturers | | | | By knowing your rights and taking active steps to |
| warranty period OR the vehicle must be in the shop | | | | avoid a "lemon" you can dramatically decrease the |
| 30 days in the 12/12 period. The 30 days do not have | | | | likelihood of problems with your new car and enjoy the |
| to be consecutive, nor do they have to be for the | | | | new car experience without fear or concern. |
| same problem. | | | | |