Ohio

Yes, Ohio’s Lemon law can apply to motorcycles and “other noncommercial motor vehicles” so long as they are designed to carry no more than a one ton load and are used exclusively for personal use; and as such RVs would indeed be covered as well.

In Ohio, a formal complaint must be filed in court within 5 years from the date of purchase. Other statutes have shorter time frames (such as the Consumer Sales Practices Act and the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act) so it’s best not to delay contacting an attorney. The sooner someone acts, the higher the likelihood that a Lemon Law attorney can help.

Uniquely, Ohio’s Lemon Law is not limited to new cars. If a vehicle is purchased with low mileage and then second owner still reports the first problem within the first year or 18,000 miles from the original in service date, the Lemon Law still applies. If it is purchased after that time period, the Ohio Lemon Law may not apply, but other consumer protection statutes still very well may provide for compensation. Even if you purchased a vehicle after these parameters expired, you should still call for a free consultation as your case may still be quite valuable!