Pennsylvania Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Pennsylvania lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. Pennsylvania’s Automobile Lemon Law (73 P.S. § 1951 et seq.) covers new vehicles for 12 months or 12,000 miles, and the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (73 P.S. § 201-1) 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 73 P.S. § 1954, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within 12 months or 12,000 miles, the manufacturer cannot repair a nonconformity after 3 attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative days. PA’s 3-attempt trigger is among the most consumer-friendly in the country.

PA’s Lemon Law applies only to new vehicles. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, the PA UCC implied warranty, and the UTPCPL protect used buyers.

Yes. PA’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. 73 P.S. § 1955.

The consumer. 73 P.S. § 1955 gives the consumer the right to select refund (less a reasonable use offset) or a comparable replacement.

73 P.S. § 1958, 73 P.S. § 201-9.2 (UTPCPL), and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) all shift attorney fees to the manufacturer.

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

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania’s Automobile Lemon Law (73 P.S. § 1951 to § 1963) covers new motor vehicles for the shorter of 12 months or 12,000 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 days. PA’s 3-attempt trigger is among the most consumer-friendly in the country. The Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL, 73 P.S. § 201-1) authorizes treble damages and attorney fees, dramatically increasing manufacturer exposure. 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 Pennsylvania?

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

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Pennsylvania

From the moment you connect with a Pennsylvania 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 73 P.S. § 1955

Letting the short 12-month/12,000-mile coverage period expire

Failing to plead the PA UTPCPL for treble damages

Missing the 4-year UCC SOL or 6-year UTPCPL SOL

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 73 P.S. § 1955

Letting the short 12-month/12,000-mile coverage period expire

Failing to plead the PA UTPCPL for treble damages

Missing the 4-year UCC SOL or 6-year UTPCPL SOL

Common Pennsylvania Lemon Law Mistakes

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

How Much Do Pennsylvania Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

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

Pennsylvania’s Lemon Law (73 P.S. § 1958), the UTPCPL (73 P.S. § 201-9.2, 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 PA lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s refund or replacement.

What Can Your Pennsylvania Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund

Full purchase price (taxes, registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under 73 P.S. § 1955.

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.

Treble Damages (UTPCPL)

73 P.S. § 201-9.2 allows up to 3x actual damages plus attorney fees for unfair or deceptive practices.

Attorney Fees (Fee-Shifting)

73 P.S. § 1958, 73 P.S. § 201-9.2 (UTPCPL), 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.

Pennsylvania Lemon Law Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Pennsylvania?

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Pennsylvania?

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Pennsylvania

Common Pennsylvania Lemon Law Mistakes

How Much Do Pennsylvania Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your Pennsylvania Lemon Law Compensation Include?

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