Missouri Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Missouri lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. Missouri’s New Motor Vehicle Warranty Act (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.560 et seq.) covers new vehicles for 1 year or the term of the warranty, and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act provides nationwide backup. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within 1 year or the warranty term, the manufacturer cannot repair a nonconformity after 4 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative working days.

Missouri’s Lemon Law applies only to new vehicles. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, the Missouri UCC implied warranty of merchantability, and the Merchandising Practices Act protect used buyers.

Yes. Missouri’s definition of consumer includes lessees obligated to make payments.

Consumers must give the manufacturer written notice and a final opportunity to repair before suing. Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567.

The consumer. Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567 gives the consumer the right to select refund (less a reasonable use offset) or a comparable replacement.

Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.571, Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.025 (MMPA), and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) all shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

Missouri’s Lemon Law generally applies to vehicles registered in Missouri. Magnuson-Moss applies nationwide.

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Missouri?

Missouri’s New Motor Vehicle Warranty Act (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.560 to § 407.579) covers new motor vehicles for 1 year from delivery or the term of the manufacturer’s express warranty, whichever is shorter, and provides for refund or replacement when the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 4 attempts or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative working days. Missouri’s Merchandising Practices Act (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.025) adds powerful consumer protection with treble-damage exposure for unfair practices. An experienced attorney pairs these statutes with the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2301) to maximize leverage.

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Missouri?

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

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Missouri

From the moment you connect with a Missouri 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 pre-suit written notice required by Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567

Letting the 1-year coverage period expire while negotiating informally

Accepting the manufacturer’s first buy-back offer without considering MMPA leverage

Missing the 18-month SOL under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567

Not documenting every repair attempt with a dated dealer repair order

Letting a non-dealer shop perform warranty repairs

Skipping the pre-suit written notice required by Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567

Letting the 1-year coverage period expire while negotiating informally

Accepting the manufacturer’s first buy-back offer without considering MMPA leverage

Missing the 18-month SOL under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567

Common Missouri Lemon Law Mistakes

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

How Much Do Missouri Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

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

Missouri’s Lemon Law (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.571), the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act (§ 407.025), and the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2)) are all fee-shifting — the manufacturer pays the prevailing consumer’s reasonable attorney fees on top of the recovery. Most Missouri lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your Missouri Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund

Full purchase price (taxes, registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.567.

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)

Mo. Rev. Stat. § 407.571, § 407.025 (MMPA), and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) all shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

MMPA Punitive Damages

The Missouri Merchandising Practices Act allows punitive damages and attorney fees for unfair or deceptive practices.

!!!

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.

Missouri Lemon Law Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Missouri?

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Missouri?

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Missouri

Common Missouri Lemon Law Mistakes

How Much Do Missouri Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Missouri Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Ready when you are.

Your help is just

a minute away.

Start your case

in minutes.