Buffalo, NY Lemon Law
Free Lemon Law Help Throughout Buffalo and Western New York
For over 30 years, Kimmel & Silverman has provided cost-free Lemon Law representation to drivers across New York and the Northeast. From our Western New York office in Buffalo, we proudly serve consumers in Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Wyoming, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties, as well as surrounding areas.
We handle cases under both the New York Lemon Law and the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, both of which include fee-shifting provisions. This means that if we are successful, the manufacturer must pay all attorney fees and legal costs in addition to any compensation awarded. We take it even further—there is no out-of-pocket cost to you, win or lose.
Kimmel & Silverman is proud to be the oldest, largest, and most successful Lemon Law firm in New York, having resolved over 185,000 cases since 1991. We’ve secured more vehicle repurchases, replacements, and monetary settlements than any other Lemon Law firm in the state.
- Western New York Lemon Law Protection: What You May Be Entitled To
- If Your Vehicle Qualifies for the New York Lemon Law, You May Be Entitled To:
- No Out-of-Pocket Legal Fees—Ever
- Featured in the Media
- If You’re Driving a Lemon in Buffalo or Western New York, Contact Us Today
Western New York Lemon Law Protection: What You May Be Entitled To
If you purchased, leased, or registered a new vehicle in New York, you may be covered under the New York Lemon Law. Here’s how it works:
- The law covers new vehicles, motorcycles, and motorhomes, including certain leased vehicles.
- Coverage extends for the first 18 months or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.
- To qualify, the vehicle must have:
- Undergone four or more repair attempts for the same substantial defect within the first 18 months or 24,000 miles, or
- Been out of service for a cumulative 30 days for repairs related to any defect during the same period.
- The defect must substantially impair the vehicle’s value, use, or safety.
- Issues can range from check engine lights, water leaks, vibration or “death wobble”, locking issues, infotainment system issues, transmission troubles, or any other matter that impacts the vehicle’s usage.
If Your Vehicle Qualifies for the New York Lemon Law, You May Be Entitled To:
A Complete Repurchase
You return the vehicle and receive a refund of the full purchase price, minus a deduction for mileage exceeding 12,000 miles. We will also guide you through the process of obtaining a refund of applicable state sales taxes. If it is a leased vehicle, you will receive a significant percentage of your lease payments back.
A Replacement Vehicle
If approved, you can apply the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of your current vehicle toward the MSRP of a new vehicle from the same manufacturer, without suffering the depreciation that comes with a trade-in.
Cash Compensation While Keeping Your Vehicle
If the defect has been repaired or a repurchase isn’t possible, you may still be entitled to monetary compensation for the diminished value of your vehicle. Your title is not branded, your warranty remains valid, and you are not required to disclose the settlement at the time of sale or trade-in.
Purchased a used car with a manufacturer’s warranty, or you fall outside NY Lemon Law parameters?
Buffalo and Western New York drivers still have rights to SIGNIFICANT COMPENSATION.
When you purchased your vehicle, you paid for a manufacturer’s warranty that was to ensure that problems were fixed efficiently and effectively and they were not. So, we aim to secure you compensation to reflect the diminished value of your vehicle as a result of the problem. You may do whatever you want with this money, and again you maintain full ownership of the vehicle, your vehicle is NOT branded in any way, shape or form, your warranty remains fully in effect and you do not need to disclose that you received this money at time of trade or sale.
No Out-of-Pocket Legal Fees—Ever
Under both state and federal law, you are entitled to free legal representation if you qualify under the New York Lemon Law or the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Whether your vehicle is new or used, you may be eligible for a significant recourse without paying legal fees.
Featured in the Media
Our efforts have received national media attention. Watch our founding partner, Bob Silverman, discuss New York Lemon Law on WKBW TV 7 News:
If You’re Driving a Lemon in Buffalo or Western New York, Contact Us Today
If you’re dealing with a persistent vehicle defect in Buffalo, Lake Erie, or anywhere in Western New York, don’t wait. Call 1-800-LEMON-LAW (1-800-536-6652) for a free consultation.
By the way, we serve consumers throughout the entire State of New York, so even if you’re outside Western New York, you’re still eligible for free Lemon Law assistance.
1207 Delaware Ave #440, Buffalo, NY 14209