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Washington Lemon Law


Today's Date: Friday, May 1, 2026


Washington Lemon Law — Quick Reference

Coverage Details
Vehicles Covered New motor vehicles purchased or leased primarily for personal, family, or household use. Also covers motor homes and motorcycles over 750cc.
Repair Attempts Required 4 attempts for the same defect substantially impairing use, value, or safety; OR 2 attempts for a serious safety defect; OR 30 cumulative days out of service.
Coverage Period 2 years or 24,000 miles from original delivery, whichever comes first.
Motorcycles Covered Yes — motorcycles over 750cc
Used Car Coverage Yes — vehicles still within the original manufacturer's express warranty period.
Remedy Replacement vehicle or full refund (purchase price, taxes, fees, less a mileage allowance).
Statutes Revised Code of Washington §§19.118.005 through 19.118.900
Last Verified April 2025

Note: Washington State has a separate motor home lemon law in addition to the standard new car lemon law. Always mention "AutoPedia" when contacting any attorney listed below.