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The Missouri Lemon Law is a consumer protection law that provides rights and remedies to purchasers of new motor vehicles in the state of Missouri. The law is designed to protect consumers from purchasing vehicles with substantial defects that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts.

What is a Lemon?

Under Missouri law, a lemon is a new motor vehicle that has a substantial defect that:

- Reduces the vehicle's value

- Creates an unreasonable safety risk

The defect must exist within the first two years or 24,000 miles of ownership, whichever comes first.

What Rights Do Consumers Have Under the Missouri Lemon Law?

Consumers who have purchased a lemon may have the right to:

- A refund of the purchase price minus a reasonable allowance for use.

- A replacement vehicle of the same make and model.

- Comparable vehicle from a different make and model.

- Damages including court costs and attorney's fees.

How to File a Lemon Law Claim in Missouri

To file a lemon law claim in Missouri, consumers must:

1. File a written complaint with the manufacturer of the vehicle. The complaint must include:

- Vehicle's make, model, and year

- Date of purchase

- Description of the defect

- Name and address of the consumer

2. Obtain a decision from the manufacturer within 30 days of filing the complaint. If the manufacturer denies the claim, the consumer may file a complaint with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT).

3. If MoDOT determines that the vehicle is a lemon, the department will issue an order requiring the manufacturer to either refund the purchase price or replace the vehicle.

Time Limits

Consumers must file a lemon law complaint with the manufacturer within two years of the date of purchase or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. They must file a complaint with MoDOT within 60 days of receiving a decision from the manufacturer.

Contact a Missouri Lemon Law Attorney

If you have purchased a lemon in Missouri, it is important to contact a Missouri lemon law attorney to discuss your rights and options. An experienced attorney can help you file your claim and get the compensation you deserve.