In addition to a federal lemon law, many states have their own individual lemon laws which provide additional security for purchasers of defective motor homes. The conditions and methods of recourse vary by state, and can usually be obtained from each state's office of the attorney general.
Federal Lemon Law
The Magnuson Moss Warranty Act, created in 1975, is often referred to as the federal lemon law. It covers all consumer products, including motor homes, that cost more than $15. It requires manufacturers and sellers to give buyers detailed information about warranty coverage and how to pursue a breach of that coverage.
State Lemon Laws
State laws enacted specifically to cover motor home purchases can be used if the purchaser has made a reasonable number of attempts to correct the problems under existing warranties and if the defects substantially impair the use, safety or value of the vehicle.
Factors
Qualifying factors differ by state laws, but some could include weight of the vehicle, the number of unsuccessful repair attempts, number of accumulated miles and the amount of time since purchase. Some states have restrictions if the vehicle has been used as a dwelling or commercial space or was leased rather than purchased.
Warning
Pursuit of legal action under lemon laws do not allow the owner to discontinue loan or lease payments.
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