State lemon law guide
Mississippi Lemon Law
What counts as a lemon in Mississippi, whether used cars are covered, and how to get a refund or replacement.
Mississippi lemon law in one sentence
Under Mississippi’s lemon law (Miss. Code § 63-17-151 et seq.), a new vehicle is presumed a lemon if the same defect is not fixed after 3 repair attempts or it has been out of service for 15 working days during the first 1 year.
Mississippi lemon law at a glance
- Statute
- Miss. Code § 63-17-151 et seq.
- Coverage period
- 1 year
- Repair attempts
- 3 for the same defect
- Days out of service
- 15 working days
- Used cars covered
- No
How to file a lemon law claim in Mississippi
- Keep every repair order showing the problem, the date and the mileage.
- Confirm you meet Mississippi’s threshold: 3 attempts or 15 working days within 1 year.
- 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 Miss. Code § 63-17-151 et seq.. Laws change — confirm with the Mississippi attorney general’s consumer protection office. Not legal advice.
Mississippi lemon law FAQ
How many repair attempts make a car a lemon in Mississippi?
3 attempts to fix the same defect.
How many days out of service qualify under Mississippi lemon law?
15 working days for repairs during the coverage period.
Does Mississippi lemon law cover used cars?
No. Mississippi’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 Mississippi lemon law protection last?
1 year after delivery, whichever comes first where a mileage limit applies.
What can I get under Mississippi 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.