State lemon law guide
Minnesota Lemon Law
What counts as a lemon in Minnesota, whether used cars are covered, and how to get a refund or replacement.
Minnesota lemon law in one sentence
Under Minnesota’s lemon law (Minn. Stat. § 325F.665), a new vehicle is presumed a lemon if the same defect is not fixed after 4 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 2 years or the warranty period.
Minnesota lemon law at a glance
- Statute
- Minn. Stat. § 325F.665
- Coverage period
- 2 years or the warranty period
- Repair attempts
- 4 for the same defect · 1 for a serious safety defect
- Days out of service
- 30 days
- Used cars covered
- Limited
Minnesota requires a limited dealer warranty on many used cars (Minn. Stat. § 325F.662).
How to file a lemon law claim in Minnesota
- Keep every repair order showing the problem, the date and the mileage.
- Confirm you meet Minnesota’s threshold: 4 attempts or 30 days within 2 years or the warranty period.
- 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 Minn. Stat. § 325F.665. Laws change — confirm with the Minnesota attorney general’s consumer protection office. Not legal advice.
Minnesota lemon law FAQ
How many repair attempts make a car a lemon in Minnesota?
4 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 Minnesota lemon law?
30 days for repairs during the coverage period.
Does Minnesota lemon law cover used cars?
Minnesota requires a limited dealer warranty on many used cars (Minn. Stat. § 325F.662).
How long does Minnesota lemon law protection last?
2 years or the warranty period after delivery, whichever comes first where a mileage limit applies.
What can I get under Minnesota 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.