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The Illinois Lemon Law (known as the New Vehicle Buyer Protection Act) provides compensation to vehicle buyers in case their new vehicle has a defect, which causes a significant impairment in its market value, safety or usability.
Eligibility
A vehicle is only eligible for Illinois Lemon Law coverage if it has undergone four unsuccessful repair attempts for the same problem, and has been un-operational for at least 30 business days.
Coverage
The Illinois Lemon Law provides coverage for all new cars and recreational vehicles that: have been purchased or leased in Illinois, do not weigh more than 8,000 pounds and are in their first year or 12,000 miles.
Not Covered
The Illinois Lemon Law does not provide coverage for the following: used cars, motorbikes, boats, trailers and vehicles that have been modified.
Compensation
If a vehicle owner's Lemon Law claim is approved, the manufacturer has to either provide the owner with a new car of the same (or comparable) model, or refund the lease cost/purchase price.
Limitation
Under Illinois law, vehicle owner who choose to pursue the Lemon Law, cannot pursue any other legal action related to the vehicle.
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