Lemon laws are designed to protect consumers who buy or lease vehicles that turn out to be defective. Every state, including Minnesota, has its own lemon law that specifies what vehicles are covered and when. Minnesota’s lemon law applies to certain new or lightly used vehicles purchased within the state that develop a defect within the manufacturer’s warranty period or within two years of purchase (whichever comes first). If your vehicle’s defect is not able to be repaired after multiple attempts, the repair has resulted in steering or brake failure, or your car is in the shop for 30 days or more, you may be entitled to a refund or replacement of the vehicle.
