State lemon law guide
Connecticut Lemon Law
What counts as a lemon in Connecticut, whether used cars are covered, and how to get a refund or replacement.
Connecticut lemon law in one sentence
Under Connecticut’s lemon law (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-179 et seq.), a new vehicle is presumed a lemon if the same defect is not fixed after 4 repair attempts (or 2 for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury) or it has been out of service for 30 days during the first 2 years or 24,000 miles.
Connecticut lemon law at a glance
- Statute
- Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-179 et seq.
- Coverage period
- 2 years or 24,000 miles
- Repair attempts
- 4 for the same defect · 2 for a serious safety defect
- Days out of service
- 30 days
- Used cars covered
- No
Used cars get a separate dealer warranty under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-221.
How to file a lemon law claim in Connecticut
- Keep every repair order showing the problem, the date and the mileage.
- Confirm you meet Connecticut’s threshold: 4 attempts or 30 days within 2 years or 24,000 miles.
- Send written notice to the manufacturer by certified mail and give it a final chance to repair.
- If it is not fixed, request the manufacturer’s arbitration program or contact a lemon law attorney.
Summary of Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-179 et seq.. Laws change — confirm with the Connecticut attorney general’s consumer protection office. Not legal advice.
Connecticut lemon law FAQ
How many repair attempts make a car a lemon in Connecticut?
4 attempts to fix the same defect, or 2 for a defect that could cause death or serious injury.
How many days out of service qualify under Connecticut lemon law?
30 days for repairs during the coverage period.
Does Connecticut lemon law cover used cars?
Used cars get a separate dealer warranty under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-221.
How long does Connecticut lemon law protection last?
2 years or 24,000 miles after delivery, whichever comes first where a mileage limit applies.
What can I get under Connecticut lemon law?
Usually a replacement vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, minus a reasonable allowance for use, plus collateral costs. Check the statute for state-specific rules on fees and arbitration.