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Can you return a car in Virginia?

I just bought a new Honda Accord and I was super excited to start driving it until I realized the AC is broken. I wish I had tested it out at the dealership, but I’m worried it’s too late. Can I try to return a newly purchased car in Virginia?

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Kaitlin May · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Under the state’s
Lemon Law
, you can return the car if your dealer has unsuccessfully repaired your AC after three or more tries.
Virginia
looks out for its residents when it comes to car purchases with the Virginia Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act. With the act in place, you have the right to have your vehicle issue resolved by the manufacturer within a specified period and return it if the problem isn’t fixed.
If your
Honda
has been out of service for 30 days or more within the year or the manufacturer was unable to repair a safety or operational issue, you can get a full refund or replacement for your car.
To start the process, you’ll need to do the following:
  • Contact the Office of the Attorney General before filing a claim
  • Make sure to file the claim within 18 months of the date you received the vehicle
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