Texas Lemon Law: Repair Attempt Limits, Coverage Period & Remedies
Your Texas lemon law rights at a glance — repair limits, coverage period, and how to get a refund or replacement.
Texas Lemon Law at a Glance
| Repair Attempt Limit | 4 attempts for the same defect (or 30 days out of service) |
|---|---|
| Out of Service Limit | 30 days cumulative |
| Coverage Period | 2 years or 24,000 miles from delivery |
| Remedies | Refund, replacement, or mileage-offset refund |
| Eligible Vehicles | New vehicles (and leased) |
| Key Statute | Texas Lemon Law (Occupational Code Ch. 2301) |
How Texas Lemon Law Works
Texas requires the owner to notify the manufacturer and give a final repair opportunity before a lemon-law hearing. Refund or replacement (or a refund with a mileage offset) is available. Re-confirm current thresholds with the Texas Attorney General.
Figures above are a general reference framework for Texas. Lemon law thresholds differ by state and can change. Confirm current numbers with the Texas Attorney General consumer protection office or the state DMV before relying on them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as a "lemon" in Texas?
In Texas, a vehicle generally qualifies if the same defect persists after a reasonable number of repair attempts (or it has been out of service for a cumulative period) within the coverage window, and the defect substantially impairs use, value, or safety.
What remedy can I get under the Texas lemon law?
If your vehicle qualifies, Texas lemon law typically entitles you to a refund of the purchase price (minus a mileage offset in some states) or a comparable replacement vehicle. Confirm the exact remedy with the state consumer protection office.