Lemon-law claims generally come down to the same things: repair attempts, days out of service, and whether you're still inside the eligibility window. Organize those facts and get a free letter outline; the full demand letter is in the $39 Case Pack.
| Eligibility window | The warranty period, 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever occurs first |
|---|---|
| Repair-attempt presumption | 4 repair attempts |
| Days-out-of-service presumption | 30 days (business days) |
| Citation | Idaho Code §§ 48-901 to 48-913 (Motor Vehicle Warranties Act) |
Source: Idaho Code §§ 48-901 to 48-913 (Motor Vehicle Warranties Act)
Idaho's Motor Vehicle Warranties Act entitles a consumer to a replacement or full refund when the manufacturer, its agents, or authorized dealers are unable to conform a new motor vehicle to its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts, within 2 years or 24,000 miles of delivery, whichever is earlier. A reasonable number of attempts is presumed at 4 or more repairs of the same nonconformity, or a cumulative 30 business days out of service. The consumer must notify the manufacturer and allow a final repair attempt before claiming a refund or replacement. Leased vehicles are covered under the same terms as purchases. The Act excludes motorcycles, farm tractors, trailers, and any motor vehicle with a gross laden weight over 12,000 pounds.
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