Colorado Lemon Law Attorneys

What Does the Colorado Lemon Law Cover?

The Colorado Lemon Law applies to new vehicles purchased or leased in Colorado. To qualify, for compensation under this law, defects must:

• be covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty;
• persist after a reasonable number of repair attempts (typically two or more); AND
• substantially impair the vehicle’s use, safety, or value.

Effective August 2024, recent updates to the Colorado Lemon Law have expanded consumer protections:

• Extended Coverage Period:

The law now covers vehicles for up to two years after purchase or within the first 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.

• Reduced Repair Attempts:

A vehicle is presumed to be a lemon after three unsuccessful repair attempts for the same defect. For safety-related defects, only two attempts are required.

• Shortened Out-of-Service Period:

Vehicles also qualify if they’re out of service for repairs for 24 business days, down from 30 days.

• Expanded Vehicle Coverage:

The law now includes vehicles used by small businesses for both business and personal purposes.

• Extended Timeframe to File a Claim:

Consumers now have up to 30 months to file a claim after the vehicle’s delivery.

The law primarily applies to new vehicles. However, if you purchased a used car, other laws may still provide protection. For example, the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act may help your case. Our Colorado Lemon Law lawyers can help you find the best avenue for a successful claim.

Does the Colorado Lemon Law Cover Used Cars?

While the Colorado Lemon Law for used cars is limited, consumers may be eligible for compensation if:

• the vehicle was sold with an active manufacturer’s warranty;
• the defect occurred and persisted during the warranty period; OR
• the seller failed to disclose known issues prior to the sale.

The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act also holds manufacturers accountable for honoring warranties on defective vehicles. If you purchased a used car in Colorado and believe it has a defect(s), our experienced attorneys can help evaluate your claim. And we do so with no upfront costs to you!

Is There a Colorado Lemon Law for Private Sales?

The Colorado Lemon Law does not typically cover private sales. However, if the vehicle included a transferable manufacturer’s warranty or other implied warranties, you may still have options under the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act

Reach out to our team to learn which specific laws apply to your situation.

Is There a Colorado Used Car Return Law?

Many consumers wonder about Colorado’s new car return laws or used car return laws. Unfortunately, Colorado does not have a general vehicle return law. But the state’s lemon law provides remedies for qualifying defective vehicles. These remedies may include:

• a replacement vehicle of similar value
• a refund (minus a mileage offset for use)
• cash compensation

Our attorneys can help you understand whether your lemon qualifies for these remedies.

Why Choose Krohn & Moss, Ltd. as Your Lemon Law Firm?

Our firm focuses exclusively on lemon law cases, ensuring you receive dedicated representation. Here are a few of the reasons that Krohn & Moss, Ltd. is the firm to turn to with lemons in Colorado: