WY Lemon Law FAQ
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
- How does the Lemon Law in Wyoming work?
- Does a problem always need to occur three times to be considered a lemon?
- What happens if I fall outside the year before my first problem exists? Does this mean I do not have a claim?
- How does the law offer cost-free representation?
- Are leased cars covered under the WY Lemon Law?
- Are motorcycles covered under the WY Lemon Law?
- I have had my car for only a few days and already I am having problems with it. Can I just return it to the dealership?
- Are used cars covered under this Lemon Law?
- I have more questions about the Wyoming Lemon Law. Who can I ask?
How does the Lemon Law in Wyoming work?
The WY Lemon Law covers drivers whose vehicles suffer a nonconformity or defect within the first year of ownership, that can't be repaired after repeated attempts (normally three) by the manufacturers authorized dealership.
Click here to review the Wyoming Lemon Law Statute.
Does a problem always need to occur three times to be considered a lemon?
Not necessarily. If your car is in the shop 30 days or more in the first year, consecutive or not, we can file a claim under the WY Lemon Law.
Likewise, if you are experiencing paint problems, the same kind of problem (electrical, water leak in the back versus water leak in the front, front brakes and then back brakes and then front brakes again), or if it is a significant problem that has occurred twice, we welcome you to submit your information for our consideration. We handle each case separately and we have made exceptions in the past.
What happens if I fall outside the year before my first problem exists? Does this mean I do not have a claim?
No. If you are having continuous problems and your car is under a manufacturer's warranty, we can still help under the Federal Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act. Please let us know about your repairs and we will have someone from our firm contact you and explain your rights. The representation is still completely cost-free.
How does the law offer cost-free representation?
The Wyoming Lemon Law contains a fee-shifting provision, which means that if the consumer prevails, the manufacturer must pay all attorney fees and legal costs on top of what you receive. If you submit a claim to Kimmel & Silverman and we accept your case, you will not pay anything out of pocket, win or lose. The fee-shifting provision gives you equal footing when battling against a multi-billion dollar automobile manufacturer.
Are leased cars covered under the WY Lemon Law?
Yes. The Lemon Law in WY covers all cars registered in the state.
Are motorcycles covered under the WY Lemon Law?
Yes. Any vehicles under 10,000 lbs are covered.
I have had my car for only a few days and already I am having problems with it. Can I just return it to the dealership?
No. Problems can occur immediately, but if you are interested in opening a Lemon Law claim, you must follow proper procedures. That means making an appointment to have your car examined and repaired, and securing a repair invoice when you pick up your car. Make sure the invoice properly outlines all of the problems you disclosed to the service manager.
We also suggest you keep a personal log of your repair visits and PLEASE HOLD ON TO THE INVOICES. This does not mean that we can't help you if you don't have the invoices (we can subpoena them if necessary) but it does make your case move along smoother.
DO NOT JUST DROP OFF YOUR CAR AND KEYS AT A DEALER AND SAY "I DON'T WANT THIS CAR ANYMORE." THEY COULD COUNT IT AS A VOLUNTARY REPOSSESION AND IT COULD NEGATIVELY AFFECT YOUR CREDIT! IF YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS, CONSULT A CONSUMER ATTORNEY, BE IT US OR SOMEONE ELSE.
Are used cars covered under the Wyoming Lemon Law?
This is the #1 question we receive at Kimmel & Silverman. Unfortunately, most used cars are not covered under the Lemon Law, but hold on... don't get discouraged yet ...If you have a manufacturer's warranty, original or extended, we can still help you under the aforementioned Magnuson–Moss Act. Also, if a dealer misrepresents a car at the time of sale, you may have rights under the Unfair Trade Practices Act. We encourage you to contact us to find out if and how we can be of assistance in these matters.
I have more questions about the Wyoming Lemon Law. Who can I ask?
For more information on the Wyoming Lemon Law, please call 1 800 LEMON LAW (1-800-536-6652 ) or email us, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
- Read more about the Wyoming Lemon Law.
- Review the Wyoming Lemon Law Statute.