Are Used Vehicles Covered by Michigan Lemon Law?

Michigan’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 1-year reporting window (calculated from original delivery date — not from when the used buyer took ownership).

CPO vehicles

No CPO-specific statute. Protection through:

• Manufacturer’s CPO warranty under Magnuson-Moss.
• MCPA misrepresentation claims (with the narrowing caveat).
• Original manufacturer warranty (if active and within reporting window).

”As-is” sales and the Magnuson-Moss backstop

Michigan UCC allows disclaimers, but Magnuson-Moss § 2308 blocks disclaimer while a written warranty is in force.

What if you’re past the 1-year reporting window?

• Magnuson-Moss — 4 years from delivery with mandatory federal attorney fees.
• MCPA — 6 years from accrual (where MCPA applies).

What you should do

1. Confirm warranty status at purchase.
2. Confirm within 1-year reporting window (from original delivery).
3. Pull all repair orders.
4. Get a free case review.

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