YES! The Indiana Lemon Law does not distinguish between new and used cars. Instead, the law simply requires the vehicle’s defect be reported within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles of the vehicle’s life, whichever comes first. So whether you’re the first or the fifth owner of your car, you can still qualify for compensation under the Indiana Lemon Law.
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, the federal Lemon Law, also covers used vehicles in Indiana. Plus, under this law, defects only need to be reported during the warranty period. So, even if you purchase a used car that has more than 18,000 miles on it, it may still qualify as a lemon. But the sooner you act, the higher your chances of making a successful claim.