Nevada’s Lemon Law protects consumers who buy or lease a new vehicle that repeatedly fails to meet performance and quality standards.
If the issue isn’t resolved within a reasonable number of attempts, the manufacturer must refund, replace, or compensate the buyer — and may be responsible for paying legal fees.
Your Rights Under Nevada Lemon Law.
Nevada law ensures you’re not stuck with a defective vehicle. If your car has a recurring issue that the manufacturer can’t fix within a set timeframe or repair attempt threshold, you may be entitled to:
- Repurchase: A full refund, including taxes, title, registration, and other fees.
- Replacement: A new vehicle that’s equal in value and features.
- Cash Compensation: A settlement for inconvenience, reduced value, or out-of-pocket expenses.
Attorney’s fees are often paid by the manufacturer — not you.
What Vehicles Are Covered?
Nevada Lemon Law applies to:
- New vehicles purchased or leased in Nevada for personal, household, or family use, under a manufacturer’s express warranty (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 597.630).
- Passenger vehicles, light trucks, and motorcycles.
- Defects reported during the express warranty term or 1 year from original delivery, whichever comes first.
Not covered: used vehicles outside the original manufacturer’s warranty, off-road vehicles, or issues resulting from driver negligence or aftermarket parts.
How to Qualify for Nevada Lemon Law?
To qualify for Nevada Lemon Law, the defect must:
- Substantially impair the vehicle’s use and value, and be reported during the express warranty term or 1 year from original delivery, whichever comes first.
- Survive a reasonable number of repair attempts. Nevada presumes that standard is met when the same defect has been repaired 4 or more times, or the vehicle has been out of service 30 or more cumulative days — both within that same warranty term or first year (Nev. Rev. Stat. § 597.630(2)).
- A lawsuit must be filed within 18 months of the original delivery date (§ 597.650).
Types of Defects Covered by Nevada Lemon Law
Qualifying issues include serious defects or malfunctions such as:
- Engine stalling or failure
- Transmission issues or gear slipping
- Brake system failure or vibration
- Electrical malfunctions (battery, sensors, dashboard warnings)
- Faulty steering or suspension systems
- Heating/cooling system failures
- Safety feature malfunctions (airbags, seat belts)
The law requires these defects to persist despite multiple repair attempts and fall under the warranty period.
Lemon Law for Used Cars in Nevada
Nevada’s Lemon Law does not cover used vehicles, but we may still be able to help if:
- The used vehicle was sold with an active manufacturer’s warranty.
- The dealer misrepresented the condition or failed to disclose known issues.
- A certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle developed issues under warranty.
Contact us for a free evaluation to explore other consumer protection options for used car issues.
Why Choose Us?
Nevada Lemon Law Experts: We handle lemon cases across the state, with deep knowledge of local regulations.
- No Win, No Fee Guarantee: You don’t pay unless we recover compensation.
- Fast Case Handling: We work quickly to review your case and get results.
- All-In-One Legal Team: We manage everything from start to finish.
- Maximum Compensation: We fight for full refunds, replacements, and legal fee recovery.
No Upfront Fees.
We get paid by the manufacturer. Your agreement explains any costs.