Michigan Lemon Law Information
The Michigan Lemon Law applies when, during the first two (2) years (with restrictions - see below) following delivery of a new vehicle:
- the dealer has attempted to repair the same problem four (4) or more times, with the first repair attempt occuring during the first year, or
- the vehicle has been out of service for repairs at the dealership for a cumulative total of 30 or more calendar days occuring during the first year.
You should provide the manufacturer with a "last chance letter" (certified mail, return receipt), preferrably before the 4th repair attempt or before the expiration of the 30-day period.
If the manufacturer warranty requires that you enter into a mediation process, and that mediation process conforms to Federal Trade Commission regulations (many do not), you must go through that first before filing a lawsuit. The outcome of the mediation process is never binding for the consumer - if you are unhappy with the outcome, you may always file a lawsuit afterward.
Michigan Lemon Law information from the Attorney General's Office » Michigan Lemon Law Statute, Chapter 257, Act 87 of 1986 »
