Are Used Vehicles Covered by Georgia Lemon Law?
Georgia Lemon Law covers used vehicles within the original manufacturer's warranty AND the 24-month / 24,000-mile Rights Period. FBPA covers misrepresentation beyond that.
Georgia’s Lemon Law covers used vehicles only in narrow circumstances. See used vehicles article.
When used vehicles are covered
Within original manufacturer warranty AND the 24-month / 24,000-mile Rights Period (calculated from original delivery date).
CPO vehicles
No CPO-specific statute. Protection through:
- Manufacturer’s CPO warranty under Magnuson-Moss.
- FBPA misrepresentation claims.
- Original manufacturer warranty (if active).
”As-is” sales and the FBPA backstop
Georgia UCC allows disclaimers, but Magnuson-Moss § 2308 blocks disclaimer while a written warranty is in force. FBPA still applies to misrepresentation regardless.
What if you’re past the Rights Period?
- FBPA — 2 years from discovery.
- Magnuson-Moss — 4 years from delivery.
What you should do
- Confirm warranty status at purchase.
- Confirm within 24-month / 24,000-mile window (from original delivery).
- Pull all repair orders.
- Get a free case review.
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