Colorado's Lemon Law

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    Colorado Lemon Law Stipulations

    Warranties and Colorado Lemon Law

    • Make sure to read the vehicle warranty for coverage.One year warranty gold medal image by patrimonio designs from Fotolia.com

      The Lemon Law is generally restricted to the terms of the warranty. The warranty is meant to ensure the consumer that repair problems will be taken care of to match the vehicle warranty. The law does not stipulate the vehicle will be replaced automatically. Warranties do not generally cover squeaks, repairs occurring from consumer negligence or unauthorized modifications. The malfunction must substantially degrade the vehicle's market value or qualify the vehicle as nonconforming to warranty standards.

    Before Filing a Legal Complaint

    • Send a letter to the dealership before taking any legal action.e-mail image by fotoman_65 from Fotolia.com

      Before a Lemon Law suit can be filed in Colorado, the owner of the vehicle must notify the dealership by certified mail. The proper address can be found in the owner's manual. The letter will allow the dealership the opportunity to satisfactorily rectify the problem. This is done after the vehicle meets the Lemon Law stipulations. After, an informal dispute settlement then occurs. If the consumer is still not satisfied, he may file a formal complaint.

    Statute Of Limitations

    Lemon Law Dispute Results

    • It is good to seek legal advise before any court proceedings.marteau image by photlook from Fotolia.com

      To file a formal Lemon Law complaint, a consumer may visit the Auto Industry Division of the Department of Revenue in Colorado, or speak with an attorney. If the courts find in favor of the consumer, the dealership has two options. It may replace the vehicle or refund the consumer the full purchase price and all tax and licencing fees. If the dealership chooses to refund the purchase price, it can deduct a fee for vehicle use before any complaints were filed. All court costs and attorney fees may be ordered to be paid by the losing party.

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