A Summary of Federal Whistleblower Statutes The United States has several whistleblower statutes that are designed to protect employees or individuals who have information that may be in the interest of public safety and health. The federal government encourages whistleblowers to report violations of the country’s laws, rules, or regulations in order to protect the … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Ohio Lemon Law (Ohio Revised Code Sections 1345.71 to 1345.77) Coverage: New passenger cars, noncommercial motor vehicles, and parts of motorhomes designed for passengers Presumption: 3+ repair attempts for same defect OR 1+ attempts for life-threatening defect OR 30+ days out of service within 1 year/18,000 miles … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Oklahoma Motor Vehicle Commission Act and Consumer Protection Statutes (15 O.S. Sections 901-911) Coverage: New motor vehicles purchased or leased in Oklahoma with manufacturer warranty Presumption: 4+ repair attempts for same defect OR 30+ business days out of service within warranty term or 1 year Remedies: Refund … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Pennsylvania Automobile Lemon Law (73 P.S. §§ 1951-1963) Coverage: New motor vehicles purchased or leased for personal, family, or household use Presumption: 3 repair attempts for the same defect OR 30+ days out of service Timeframe: Within 1 year or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first Remedies: Replacement … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: South Carolina Lemon Law (S.C. Code Ann. §§ 56-28-10 to 56-28-110) Coverage: New private passenger motor vehicles, trucks under 9,000 lbs. gross weight, and motorcycles Presumption: 3 repair attempts for the same defect OR 30+ days out of service Timeframe: Within 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: South Dakota Motor Vehicle Warranty Law (SDCL §§ 32-6D-1 to 32-6D-11) Coverage: New motor vehicles under 15,000 lbs. GVWR for personal, family, or household use Presumption: 4 repair attempts plus 1 final attempt, OR 30 days out of service Lemon Law Rights Period: 1 year or 12,000 … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Tennessee Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (T.C.A. § 55-24-101 to 55-24-112) Coverage: New motor vehicles under 10,000 lbs GVW, excluding motor homes and recreational vehicles Presumption: 3+ repair attempts for same defect OR 30+ calendar days out of service within warranty or 1 year Remedies: Replacement with … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Texas Occupations Code Chapter 2301, Subchapter M (§ 2301.601-2301.613) Coverage: New vehicles including cars, trucks, vans, motorcycles, ATVs, motor homes, and towable recreational vehicles Presumption: Four Times Test, Serious Safety Hazard Test, or 30-Day Test within specified periods Remedies: Repair, replacement, or repurchase at manufacturer’s option (consumer … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: New Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (Utah Code § 13-20-1 to 13-20-8) Coverage: New cars, trucks under 12,000 lbs, motorcycles designed for highway use, and motor home chassis Presumption: 4+ repair attempts for same defect OR 30+ business days out of service within warranty or 1 year Remedies: … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Virginia Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (VA Code § 59.1-207.9 to 59.1-207.16:1) Coverage: New passenger cars, pickup/panel trucks, motorcycles, motor home chassis, mopeds, and demonstrators Presumption: 3+ repair attempts OR 1 attempt for serious safety defect OR 30+ days out of service within 18 months Remedies: Replacement … Read more