If you live in Jacksonville and you’ve bought a vehicle that spends more time in the shop than on the road, you may qualify for relief under the Florida Lemon Law. At Krohn & Moss, Ltd. Consumer Law Center®, our dedicated team of lemon law attorneys is ready to help you understand your rights—and fight for the compensation you’re owed. 

With over 30 years in practice and more than 9,000 success stories in Florida alone, we have the experience and dedication you need when your vehicle isn’t what you signed up for. 

Schedule your free case review today! We don’t charge a retainer fee, and we don’t get paid unless you win or settle your case. 

What Is the Lemon Law in Jacksonville, FL—and Does It Apply to Me?

Under the lemon law in Jacksonville (officially the Florida Lemon Law), Floridians are eligible for protection if their vehicle has a “nonconformity.” A nonconformity is a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. Keep in mind that:

  • The vehicle must have been purchased or leased in Florida.
  • The vehicle must be used for personal, family, or household purposes.
  • The defect must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty when it first surfaces.
  • The defect must be reported to the manufacturer within the first 24 months after the vehicle’s original delivery. 

The manufacturer or its authorized repair facility (usually the dealership) must be given a reasonable number of repair attempts—typically 3. Alternatively, the vehicle must face a substantial number of days out of service waiting for repairs. 

If the defect persists at this point, your vehicle is considered a lemon. And if the manufacturer can’t remedy the situation one last time, Florida law requires them to offer appropriate compensation—such as a refund or replacement vehicle (up to 105% of the vehicle’s MSRP).

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Why Choose Krohn & Moss, Ltd. For Your Jacksonville Lemon Law Claim?

When you choose Krohn & Moss, Ltd. for your lemon law case, you’re partnering with a firm that brings national reach, decades of experience, and personalized service to every case. Here’s why Jacksonville residents turn to us:

  • Decades of experience: Over 30 years helping clients dealing with defective vehicles.
  • Proven track record: More than 60,000 successfully resolved cases nationwide, including more than 9,000 in Florida alone.
  • Florida-specific representation: Our team is composed of licensed attorneys who are deeply familiar with Florida’s lemon law. That means we understand deadlines, communication requirements, and how to navigate arbitration and litigation under Florida’s lemon law. Beware of law firms that do not let you speak to a Florida-licensed attorney. 
  • No retainer fee: We evaluate your case at no cost to you—and we only get paid if you win or settle your case!
  • Comprehensive approach: We handle everything for you. From gathering repair records and paperwork, to notifying the manufacturer, to guiding you through arbitration or litigation if necessary—we manage the burden so you don’t have to.
  • No attorney’s fees unless we win or settle your case: We only get paid if we get you a recovery, and if our case goes to court and you prevail, the law requires the manufacturer to pay our bill.

We’ve challenged every major auto manufacturer: No brand is off-limits. Whether it’s transmission trouble, infotainment system defects, suspension issues, or other substantial problems, we take on the tough cases other firms might avoid.

If you live in Jacksonville and you think your vehicle may be a lemon—don’t wait. Contact us for a free case review today. Even if you don’t qualify under the state lemon law, federal statutes like the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act may be able to help. We’re the lemon law attorneys Jacksonville, FL trusts to deliver results. 

How the Jacksonville Lemon Law Process Works

When you contact our lemon law lawyers for a Jacksonville, FL claim, here’s what you can expect from the process:

  1. Free Case Review: During your free case review, we’ll examine your purchase/lease documents, warranty, repair history, and the nature of the defect(s). We will next discuss your rights and potential remedies.
  2. We Get to Work: If you have a valid lemon law claim, we’ll get to work, gathering evidence and building the strongest possible case.
  3. Notify the Manufacturer: We handle all communications for you, including sending the required written notice to the manufacturer—giving them a “final opportunity” to attempt repair, as required under Florida law. 
  4. We Pursue Compensation: If the issue persists after the final repair attempt, we pursue arbitration under the state’s program. If arbitration fails or isn’t accepted, we stand ready to take the case to court.
  5. You Receive Appropriate Compensation: If we prevail, the manufacturer is typically required to repurchase the vehicle, replace it, or provide other compensation. This can include payment of your attorney’s fees and/or other incurred costs if you win your case in court.

Throughout the process, we handle the paperwork, deadlines, and interaction with the manufacturer—so you don’t have to figure it out alone. 

Common Types of Defects We See

Under the lemon law in Jacksonville, not every vehicle problem qualifies. Eligible defects must be substantial and affect the vehicle’s use, value, or safety. Some of the most common issues we handle include:

  • Engine or transmission failures (stalling, shifting problems, major mechanical trouble)
  • Suspension or steering defects that affect drivability or safety
  • Defective infotainment systems, faulty wiring, or electrical issues
  • Repeated problems with brakes, airbags, or safety components
  • Recurring issues that lead to long repair periods or significant downtime

If you’re experiencing repeated or persistent problems, it’s worth a free case evaluation—even if the manufacturer insists they’ve successfully “repaired” the vehicle. Our lemon law attorneys are Jacksonville, Florida’s best defense against auto manufacturers who try to minimize payouts. 

Experienced Attorneys Serving Jacksonville—We’ve Got You Covered

Our Florida team includes many licensed lemon law attorneys who deeply understand the local statutes and legal procedures. They have trial experience, and when the situation calls for it, they have successfully taken cases before the Florida District Court of Appeal and the Florida Supreme Court. 

Whether your vehicle was purchased in Jacksonville or another city in Florida, we are equipped to represent you. Unlike other firms that claim to practice in the lemon law, we have devoted our firm’s entire history since 1995 to doing the same. 

We’re also happy to assist you by phone or video call—no need to travel. We know how stressful repeated breakdowns can be, and we’re committed to making the process as easy and straightforward as possible.

What You Should Do Right Now

If your vehicle is acting up repeatedly, don’t ignore it. Document every repair visit, keep all invoices and communications, note dates and mileage, and reach out to us as soon as possible. The sooner we review your case, the better we can protect your rights under the Florida Lemon Law. 

Schedule your free case review today. If you live in Jacksonville, our lemon law lawyers can review your vehicle history and tell you whether you have a strong case—with no obligation.

Don’t wait—contact Krohn & Moss, Ltd. Consumer Law Center® today. Protect your investment and pursue the compensation you’re owed.

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