Florida Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Florida lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. Florida’s Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Fla. Stat. § 681 et seq.) covers new vehicles for 24 months, with enforcement through the Florida New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act adds nationwide backup. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under Fla. Stat. § 681.104, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within 24 months of delivery, the manufacturer cannot repair a nonconformity after 3 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for repairs for 30 cumulative days (15 of which must occur during the “Lemon Law rights period”).

Florida’s Lemon Law applies only to new vehicles. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and Florida’s UCC implied warranty of merchantability (Fla. Stat. § 672.314) protect used buyers with a written warranty.

Yes. Fla. Stat. § 681.102 defines consumer to include lessees obligated to make payments.

Florida operates a state-administered Arbitration Board through the Department of Legal Affairs. Before filing in court, consumers must arbitrate. Decisions are binding on the manufacturer; consumers dissatisfied with an award can pursue further remedies. Magnuson-Moss claims preserve fee-shifting.

The consumer. Fla. Stat. § 681.104 gives the consumer the right to select refund (less a reasonable use offset) or a comparable replacement.

Fla. Stat. § 681.112 and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) are both fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees and costs.

Florida’s Lemon Law generally applies to vehicles sold or registered in Florida. Magnuson-Moss applies nationwide as a backup.

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Florida?

Florida’s Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Fla. Stat. § 681.10 to § 681.118) covers new motor vehicles for 24 months from delivery, and provides for refund or replacement when the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 3 attempts or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative days. Florida uniquely enforces lemon claims through a state-run program: consumers must first file with the manufacturer’s informal dispute resolution program if one is certified, then with the Florida New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board administered by the Department of Legal Affairs. Florida’s lemon law was amended in recent years to strengthen consumer protections. An experienced attorney pairs the Florida statute with the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2301) to maximize leverage and shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Florida?

Our network includes Florida lemon law attorneys who handle every kind of case, including:

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Florida

From the moment you connect with a Florida lemon law attorney, they go to work protecting your claim. The most common case types we handle:

Not documenting every repair attempt with a dated dealer repair order

Letting a non-dealer shop perform warranty repairs

Skipping the manufacturer’s certified informal dispute resolution program when required by Fla. Stat. § 681.108

Failing to file with the Florida New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board before going to court

Letting the 24-month Lemon Law rights period expire while negotiating informally

Missing the 60-day Lemon Law SOL under Fla. Stat. § 681.109

Not documenting every repair attempt with a dated dealer repair order

Letting a non-dealer shop perform warranty repairs

Skipping the manufacturer’s certified informal dispute resolution program when required by Fla. Stat. § 681.108

Failing to file with the Florida New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board before going to court

Letting the 24-month Lemon Law rights period expire while negotiating informally

Missing the 60-day Lemon Law SOL under Fla. Stat. § 681.109

Common Florida Lemon Law Mistakes

Even a small misstep can hurt your case. Here’s what to avoid:

How Much Do Florida Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

Out of pocket — state law shifts your attorney fees to the wrongdoer. You keep your full recovery.

Florida’s Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Fla. Stat. § 681.112) and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2)) are fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees on top of the recovery. Most Florida lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your Florida Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund

Full purchase price (taxes, registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under Fla. Stat. § 681.104.

Comparable Replacement Vehicle

A new vehicle of comparable value with manufacturer paying taxes and registration.

Cash & Keep Settlement

A negotiated cash payment with the consumer keeping the vehicle.

Incidental & Consequential Damages

Towing, rental cars, finance charges, and registration costs.

Attorney Fees (Fee-Shifting)

Fla. Stat. § 681.112 and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

Diminished Value

Negotiated compensation for resale-value loss from defect history.

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DearLegal is a legal referral service, not a law firm. We connect individuals with licensed attorneys who can evaluate their case. Nothing on this page constitutes legal advice. Results vary based on individual circumstances.

Florida Lemon Law Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Florida?

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Florida?

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Florida

Common Florida Lemon Law Mistakes

How Much Do Florida Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Florida Lemon Law Compensation Include?

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