Texas Lemon Law Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced Texas lemon law attorneys who can force manufacturers to refund or replace your defective vehicle. Texas Lemon Law (Tex. Occ. Code Ch. 2301, Subchapter M) is enforced through the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (Tex. Bus. & Com. Code § 17.41) authorizes treble damages for knowing violations. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act adds nationwide backup. We’ll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Under Tex. Occ. Code § 2301.605, a vehicle is presumed a lemon if, within 24 months or 24,000 miles, the manufacturer cannot repair a nonconformity after 4 attempts (2 for serious safety defects), or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative days.
Through an administrative complaint with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). After paying a filing fee and going through TxDMV mediation/hearing, the state board can order a refund or replacement. The order is appealable to district court. An attorney can advise whether to use the TxDMV process or file in court under Magnuson-Moss/DTPA.
TX’s Lemon Law applies only to new vehicles. Magnuson-Moss, the Texas UCC implied warranty, and the DTPA protect used buyers.
Yes. TX’s definition of owner includes lessees obligated to make payments.
The consumer. Tex. Occ. Code § 2301.604 gives the consumer the right to select refund (less a reasonable use offset) or a comparable replacement.
Tex. Bus. & Com. Code § 17.50(d) (DTPA) and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) (Magnuson-Moss) both shift attorney fees to the manufacturer. The TxDMV proceeding does not award attorney fees, which is why many TX attorneys plead in court under DTPA/Magnuson-Moss.
TX’s Lemon Law generally applies to vehicles purchased or registered in Texas. Magnuson-Moss applies nationwide.

Why Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Texas?

Texas Lemon Law (Tex. Occ. Code Ch. 2301, Subchapter M, §§ 2301.601-.613) is uniquely enforced through an administrative process at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). The law covers new vehicles for 24 months or 24,000 miles and provides for refund or replacement when the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after 4 attempts (2 for serious safety defects), or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 cumulative days. The Texas DTPA (Tex. Bus. & Com. Code § 17.50) authorizes treble damages for knowing violations and is one of the strongest state consumer-protection statutes in the country. An experienced attorney layers these statutes with the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. § 2301).

When Do You Need a Lemon Law Attorney in Texas?

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

Types of Lemon Law Cases in Texas

From the moment you connect with a Texas 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
Missing the 30-month TxDMV filing deadline under Tex. Occ. Code § 2301.606
Going to TxDMV without an attorney and missing DTPA/Magnuson-Moss fee shifting
Failing to plead the Texas DTPA for treble damages
Letting the 24-month/24,000-mile coverage period expire while negotiating informally

Common Texas Lemon Law Mistakes

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

How Much Do Texas Lemon Law Attorneys Cost?

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

The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (Tex. Bus. & Com. Code § 17.50(d), with treble damages) 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. Texas attorneys typically pair the Lemon Law claim (administrative or judicial) with DTPA and Magnuson-Moss claims. Most Texas lemon law attorneys take cases with no fee deducted from the consumer’s recovery.

What Can Your Texas Lemon Law Compensation Include?

Full Refund
Full purchase price (taxes, registration, finance charges) less a reasonable use offset under Tex. Occ. Code § 2301.604.
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 (DTPA)
Tex. Bus. & Com. Code § 17.50(b)(1) allows up to 3x economic damages and 3x mental anguish for knowing violations.
Attorney Fees (Fee-Shifting)
Tex. Bus. & Com. Code § 17.50(d) and 15 U.S.C. § 2310(d)(2) shift attorney fees to the manufacturer. TxDMV proceedings do not — most attorneys plead in court.
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.