The Pope Law Firm

Question:  How Do You  Know if You Own or Lease a Lemon?

Answer:  You (the “Consumer”) must prove the following conditions:

1.. The vehicle has a serious defect or abnormal condition.

2.. The defect or condition is covered by a manufacturer’s written warranty.

3.. The consumer reports the defect or condition to the dealer or manufacturer

within the warranty term.

4.. The consumer gives the dealer a reasonable number of attempts to repair

the defect or condition.

5.. The consumer gives the manufacturer (preferably by certified mail) written notice of the defect and at least one

opportunity for repair.

6.. The defect or condition persists and substantially impairs the vehicle’s use or

market value, or creates a serious safety hazard.

7.. The consumer files a timely Lemon Law complaint and pays the filing fee.

8.. The vehicle was purchased from a Texas dealer or lease company.

9.. For TRVs only, the vehicle is registered and titled in Texas .

Question:  What Do You Do if You Own or Lease a Lemon?

Answer:  You (the “Consumer”) should contact The Pope Law Firm: Compassionate Attorneys on YOUR side!!! 

Phone: 713-292-2390

Fax: 281-657-9693

Email: info@thepopelawfirm.com

OR complete the contact form on this page

Question:  How long do I have to file a complaint?

Answer:  A Texas Lemon Law complaint must be filed within six months following the earlier of:

1. Expiration of the express warranty term;
2. 24 months of purchase; or
3. 24,000 miles following the date of delivery of the vehicle (except TRVs)

In other words, the filing period is determined by which of the above events comes first. To be safe, contact The Pope Law Firm as soon as you realize the dealer is having problems repairing the vehicle.

Even if you have gone past the time limit allowed for a repurchase, the Motor Vehicle Board may still be able to help you get repairs under your vehicle warranty.

Call NOW or complete the contact form on this page.

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