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Lemon Law of North
Carolina
North Carolina
consumers can feel at ease when purchasing a new car thanks to the
Lemon Law North Carolina of 1987. The Lemon Law North Carolina
outlines how cars are classified as lemons, what kind of remedies
the owner is entitled to, and penalizes a manufacturer refusing to
grant relief to a consumer with triple the amount of damages and
lawyer fees.
Lemon Law North Carolina covers the purchase or lease of any new
motor vehicle, including a house trailer, as long as the gross
vehicle weight does not exceed 10,000 pounds. Lemon Law North
Carolina covers motorcycles, vans, pickups, and cars, regardless of
the intended usage of the vehicle. Cars purchased prior to October
1, 1987 are not covered by Lemon Law North Carolina.
Manufacturers have a reasonable amount of attempts in which to fix
the defective vehicle under Lemon Law North Carolina. Should the
defect still exist, the owner is entitled to a refund or a
replacement new car of comparable value. While Lemon Law North
Carolina is not specific as to the definition of what a comparable
vehicle is, it¡¦s assumed that an identical car will suffice. Instead
of a replacement, Lemon Law North Carolina allows the owner to opt
for a refund.
There are specific guidelines that Lemon Law North Carolina
stipulates when it comes to refunds. The owner can get a refund of:
1. The full sales price, which can include undercoating,
dealer-prep, vehicle options, service contracts, and extended
warranties.
2. Collateral or supplemental charges, which can include
registration fees, licensing fees, sales tax, and other government
levies.
3. Finance charges paid by the owner after the defect is first
reported to the manufacturer, its authorized dealer, or its agent.
4. Damages, both incidental and monetary consequential, minus an
allowance for the owner¡¦s car usage.
Also under Lemon Law North Carolina, leasing customers can get a
refund of the money already paid under the lease terms; money paid
related to entering into the lease agreement that includes license
fees, registration fees, sales tax and other government levies; and
any damages, both incidental and monetary consequential.
If you find that you¡¦re the owner of a defective car, you can use
the Lemon Law North Carolina to your advantage. You might also find
the services of a Lemon Law North Carolina attorney to be
invaluable, especially if pursuing legal action. Find an attorney
that specializes in Lemon Law North Carolina litigation.
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