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Ohio Lemon Law


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Ohio Lemon Law — Quick Reference

Coverage Details
Vehicles Covered New motor vehicles purchased or leased primarily for personal, family, or household use.
Repair Attempts Required 3 attempts for the same defect substantially impairing use, value, or safety; OR 1 attempt for a serious safety defect; OR 30 cumulative days out of service.
Coverage Period 1 year or first 18,000 miles from original delivery, whichever comes first.
Motorcycles Covered Yes
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 Ohio Revised Code §§1345.71 through 1345.78
Last Verified April 2025

Note: Ohio consumers must use the manufacturer's informal dispute resolution process (if one exists) before filing a lemon law claim. Always mention "AutoPedia" when contacting any attorney listed below.