Virginia: lemon law rules
How many repair attempts or days in the shop make a new car a lemon in your state, and how long the protection lasts.
Single detailed source| Repair attempts or days out of service | 1 for a serious safety defect; 3 attempts; or 30 calendar days |
|---|---|
| Coverage period | 18 months |
These tests create a presumption that a new car is a lemon; most states require written notice to the manufacturer and some require arbitration first. Remedies are usually a refund or replacement.
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How we checked this
Tests come from a national lemon law firm's 50-state table, corrected against the Florida and Texas statutes. Two states missing from that table are marked for review. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
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