New Jersey lemon law
New Jersey is widely regarded as having one of the strongest lemon laws in the country. The state's Lemon Law Unit runs a low-cost arbitration program with a $50 filing fee, and decisions are binding on the manufacturer. The 20-day out-of-service threshold is among the shortest nationwide.
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Frequently asked questions
How many repair attempts does New Jersey require?
New Jersey generally requires 3 attempts for the same substantial defect, or a cumulative 20 days out of service, within first 24 months / 24,000 mi.
Does the New Jersey lemon law cover used cars?
Yes. New Jersey has a separate Used Car Lemon Law that requires dealers to provide a written warranty of 30, 60, or 90 days based on mileage for used vehicles sold for $3,000 or more.
What is the deadline to file a New Jersey lemon law claim?
Claims must generally be brought within the New Jersey coverage window (First 24 months / 24,000 mi) or shortly after it expires. Document every repair order, because the repair-attempt count is what proves the claim.
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC VIN decoding API
- NHTSA safety recall database
- NHTSA complaints database
- NMVTIS (U.S. DOJ) title-brand records
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