Oregon Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Oregon lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. Oregon’s Lemon Law (ORS § 646A.400 et seq.) covers new vehicles for 2 years or 24,000 miles, and Oregon’s Unlawful Trade Practices Act (ORS § 646.605) authorizes treble damages and attorney fees for unfair practices. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act adds nationwide backup. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under ORS § 646A.402, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within 2 years or 24,000 miles, the manufacturer cannot repair a nonconformity after 3 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative business days.

Oregon’s Lemon Law applies only to new vehicles. Magnuson-Moss, the Oregon UCC implied warranty (ORS § 72.3140), and the UTPA protect used buyers with a written warranty.

Yes. Oregon’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. ORS § 646A.402.

The consumer. ORS § 646A.402 gives the consumer the right to select refund (less a reasonable use offset) or a comparable replacement.

ORS § 646A.406, ORS § 646.638 (UTPA), and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) all shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

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

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Oregon?

Oregon’s Lemon Law (ORS § 646A.400 to § 646A.418) covers new motor vehicles for 2 years from delivery or 24,000 miles, 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 business days. Oregon’s Unlawful Trade Practices Act (ORS § 646.605) authorizes treble damages and attorney fees, dramatically increasing manufacturer exposure for willful violations. Oregon also has strong EV adoption — Tesla, Ford, and Rivian battery and charging defects are increasingly common claims. An experienced attorney pairs these statutes with the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2301).

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Oregon?

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

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Oregon

From the moment you connect with a Oregon 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 ORS § 646A.402

Letting the 2-year/24,000-mile coverage period expire while negotiating informally

Failing to plead the Oregon UTPA for treble damages

Missing the 1-year SOL under ORS § 646A.408

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 ORS § 646A.402

Letting the 2-year/24,000-mile coverage period expire while negotiating informally

Failing to plead the Oregon UTPA for treble damages

Missing the 1-year SOL under ORS § 646A.408

Common Oregon Lemon Law Mistakes

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

How Much Do Oregon Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

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

Oregon’s Lemon Law (ORS § 646A.406), the Unlawful Trade Practices Act (ORS § 646.638, with treble damages), 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 Oregon lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your Oregon Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund

Full purchase price (registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under ORS § 646A.402. Oregon has no state sales tax.

Comparable Replacement Vehicle

A new vehicle of comparable value with manufacturer paying registration.

Cash & Keep Settlement

A negotiated cash payment with the consumer keeping the vehicle.

Treble Damages (UTPA)

ORS § 646.638(1) allows up to 3x actual damages plus attorney fees for willful unfair practices.

Attorney Fees (Fee-Shifting)

ORS § 646A.406, ORS § 646.638(3), and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) all shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

Incidental & Consequential Damages

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

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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.

Oregon Lemon Law Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Oregon?

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Oregon?

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Oregon

Common Oregon Lemon Law Mistakes

How Much Do Oregon Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Oregon Lemon Law Compensation Include?

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