State lemon law guide
Georgia Lemon Law
What counts as a lemon in Georgia, whether used cars are covered, and how to get a refund or replacement.
Georgia lemon law in one sentence
Under Georgia’s lemon law (O.C.G.A. § 10-1-780 et seq.), a new vehicle is presumed a lemon if the same defect is not fixed after 3 repair attempts (or 1 for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury) or it has been out of service for 30 days during the first 24 months or 24,000 miles.
Georgia lemon law at a glance
- Statute
- O.C.G.A. § 10-1-780 et seq.
- Coverage period
- 24 months or 24,000 miles
- Repair attempts
- 3 for the same defect · 1 for a serious safety defect
- Days out of service
- 30 days
- Used cars covered
- No
How to file a lemon law claim in Georgia
- Keep every repair order showing the problem, the date and the mileage.
- Confirm you meet Georgia’s threshold: 3 attempts or 30 days within 24 months 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 O.C.G.A. § 10-1-780 et seq.. Laws change — confirm with the Georgia attorney general’s consumer protection office. Not legal advice.
Georgia lemon law FAQ
How many repair attempts make a car a lemon in Georgia?
3 attempts to fix the same defect, or 1 for a defect that could cause death or serious injury.
How many days out of service qualify under Georgia lemon law?
30 days for repairs during the coverage period.
Does Georgia lemon law cover used cars?
No. Georgia’s lemon law covers new vehicles. Used-car buyers rely on the remaining manufacturer warranty and federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act protections.
How long does Georgia lemon law protection last?
24 months or 24,000 miles after delivery, whichever comes first where a mileage limit applies.
What can I get under Georgia 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.