Replacement Vehicle Under Nevada Lemon Law
How Nevada Lemon Law replacement works under § 597.630 — comparable new vehicle, with the manufacturer electing between refund and replacement.
Under Nevada Lemon Law (§ 597.630), the manufacturer elects between refund and replacement — the statutory choice belongs to the manufacturer, not the consumer. In practice, though, the remedy is frequently negotiated, and a consumer who states a clear preference (backed by counsel and fee-shifting leverage) often gets it. A replacement vehicle is a “comparable new motor vehicle” — same year, make, model, trim, and options.
What “comparable” means
A comparable replacement vehicle must have:
- Same year, make, model, trim.
- Same major options (drivetrain, transmission, infotainment, safety package, color where reasonable).
- New (not used / demo).
- Equal or better warranty — typically a fresh full manufacturer warranty.
Reasonable-use offset still applies
The manufacturer is entitled to deduct for pre-defect use even on replacement.
When to push for replacement over refund
The manufacturer holds the statutory election, but these are the situations where a consumer typically prefers — and negotiates for — replacement:
- Brand loyalty — consumer wants the same model.
- Long lead-time vehicles — replacement may be faster than re-buying.
- EV-specific — battery defects often replaced with new battery + vehicle.
- Lease-protected pricing — replacement preserves the original lease terms.
When refund is better
- Brand-confidence damage — consumer wants to switch brands.
- Discontinued model — comparable replacement may not exist.
- Las Vegas heat-zone reliability concerns — consumer wants a different brand better suited to heat.
Sales tax credit
Nevada allows sales tax credit on the original vehicle to offset tax on the replacement.
Bottom line
Under § 597.630 the manufacturer elects refund vs. replacement, but the remedy is usually negotiated — a consumer with a clear preference and counsel often secures it. Get a free case review.
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