Back in the shop?
Get your lemon law paperwork in order.
Repeated repairs. Scattered records. Questions about what comes next. Start with free tools to compare your facts, then prepare your own lemon law documents.
Free quiz & calculator. Optional packet: $29 one-time.
DIY document-automation software. Not a law firm.
No attorney reviews anything. No eligibility determinations or outcome promises.
One place.
A clearer record.
Five draft documents, built from your answers.
- 01Complaint draft
- 02Repair-history organizer
- 03Evidence checklist
- 04Manufacturer demand letter
- 05Filing instructions
Bring scattered records
into a clearer packet.
For people preparing their own paperwork: turn your vehicle details and repair history into five draft documents you can review, correct, and save.
Start with the free quiz and calculator. Read your state's guide, then preview the documents before deciding whether the $29 packet fits your needs. If you only need a blank letter, a free template may be enough.
You stay in control. The software organizes what you enter. You verify the facts, complete any official forms, and handle signatures, delivery, and filing yourself. A lawyer declining a case does not establish that DIY is appropriate or that a claim qualifies.
Fee arrangements vary: in some states the lemon law can require the manufacturer to pay a winning consumer's attorney fees, so ask any lawyer how they charge. Doing it yourself doesn't guarantee any recovery, and some cases — safety defects, denied claims, close deadlines — are better handled by an attorney.
Start free. Take it one step at a time.
You don't need to buy anything to get a clearer picture of your facts.
Compare your repair history
Answer six questions about your vehicle and repairs. See how your answers compare to your state's published tests. The quiz does not determine whether you legally qualify.
Take the free quizKeep a repair log
Get a timing estimate
Enter your dates and mileage. Review an estimated deadline or eligibility window, depending on your state, then confirm it with the relevant agency, court, or an attorney.
Open the calculatorPrepare your DIY packet
If the packet fits your situation, enter your details to generate five draft documents. Review and correct them, print or save as PDF, then sign, send, and file them yourself.
Preview the five documentsThe paperwork,
without the
blank-page feeling.
Five draft documents generated from your answers, for your state's process. A practical way to organize what happened and prepare what comes next.
No subscription. Filing fees separate.
Created in your browser. Download as Word + PDF.
Emailed to you automatically. We don't store your documents.
Preview all five documents.
Fictional excerpts, not your completed packet. Open each sample to see the format and what you still need to do yourself.
01Complaint / claim draft
Put the facts into a readable narrative.
Vehicle: 2024 Example Motors Pathway · VIN [redacted]
Defect reported: Transmission slips between second and third gear under light acceleration.
Repair history: Four visits recorded. The owner reports that the problem persists.
Requested relief: Repurchase, subject to the applicable process and requirements.
You check every statement and complete the appropriate official form where required. This narrative is a draft, not a filed complaint.
02Repair-history organizer
See the repair visits in one place.
| Dates | Service center | Reported / result |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 3–6, 2025 | Example Auto | Transmission slips. Software updated; owner reports problem persists. |
| March 10–14, 2025 | Example Auto | Same concern. Inspected; owner reports problem persists. |
Excerpt: two of four fictional visits. Your generated organizer also includes repair-order numbers and time out of service. Check it against the original repair orders; counting rules vary by state.
03Evidence checklist
Gather the records behind your statements.
- Purchase or lease agreement
- Repair orders and invoices for every visit
- Warranty booklet
- Manufacturer correspondence and notice delivery proof
- Dated photos or videos of the reported defect
This excerpt shows the checklist format. The packet does not obtain evidence for you or determine whether your evidence proves a claim.
04Manufacturer demand / notice letter
Review a draft letter before you send it.
Re: Demand to cure defects — 2024 Example Motors Pathway, VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am the owner of the above vehicle, purchased from Sample Auto Group on January 15, 2025. The vehicle has an alleged substantial defect that I believe is covered by your express warranty: the transmission slips between 2nd and 3rd gear under light acceleration.
The defect has been presented for repair 4 times and persists. This letter is written notice of the defect under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 2301, Subchapter M, and gives you a final opportunity to cure it.
Please contact me promptly after you receive this letter to arrange a final repair attempt. If the defect is not cured, I intend to file a Lemon Law complaint with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles seeking repurchase.
Sincerely,
Example Owner
This is the existing fictional Texas letter. Other states have different notice rules. You complete the recipient details, review the wording, and send it yourself.
05Filing instructions
Keep the process alongside the paperwork.
- Review the notice instructions in your state-specific packet.
- Gather your repair records and supporting documents.
- Check the current official form, filing instructions, and any separate fees with the relevant agency or court.
- Confirm timing before signing, sending, or filing anything.
Example source: Texas filing guide and its primary sources.
This is a format excerpt, not a complete filing checklist. The paid instructions vary by state. The software does not submit forms or represent you.
See the complete packet, not just excerpts: sample Texas packet (PDF) · sample Texas packet (Word) — all five documents with fictional data, produced by the same builder you would use.
What your $29 includes
Complaint draft
Your vehicle, defect, repair history, and requested relief in a draft narrative to review and copy into the appropriate official form.
Repair-history organizer
A clean table of every visit: dates, dealer, days out of service, what you reported, and what was done.
Evidence checklist
A place to start gathering repair orders, warranty information, correspondence, photos, and other supporting records.
Manufacturer demand letter
A draft notice letter to review, complete, and send yourself. State-specific notice instructions are included.
Filing instructions
Your state's process, forms, fees, and next steps, plus guidance on when to consult an attorney. Verify current requirements before filing.
Same problem. Different rules.
Choose a state guide to read about the tests, timing, and filing process. The quiz and builder also adapt to your state.
A closer look: the three Texas presumption tests
Example: the three Texas presumption tests
Under Texas Occupations Code § 2301.605, a "reasonable number of repair attempts" is presumed if any one of these is true — counting attempts made before the earlier of warranty expiration or 24 months / 24,000 miles after delivery. Other states use different tests; the quiz adapts to yours.
🔧 4-times test
The same defect persists after 4 or more repair attempts.
⚠️ 2-times test
A serious safety hazard persists after 2 or more attempts — a life-threatening malfunction that substantially impedes your ability to control or operate the vehicle, or a substantial risk of fire or explosion.
📅 30-day test
The vehicle was out of service for repair a cumulative 30+ days (days with a comparable loaner don't count) and the defect still exists.
Guides draw on statutes and state-agency publications. Laws, forms, and fees can change; confirm current details before relying on them.
Know what you're buying.
Document preparation is one part of the process. Read this before choosing the packet.
Common questions
Is LemonLawPath a law firm? Is this legal advice?
No. LemonLawPath provides document automation and general legal information only — templates, checklists, and filing instructions. It does not determine whether you qualify, does not give legal advice, and makes no promises about outcomes. No attorney reviews anything on this site. If you have questions about your situation, consult a licensed attorney in your state.
What exactly do I get for $29?
A one-time payment unlocks the packet builder in your browser. You enter your details and it generates five draft documents for your state: a complaint/claim narrative, a repair-history organizer, an evidence checklist, a manufacturer demand/notice letter, and filing instructions. You download them as Word and PDF files, and a copy is emailed to your checkout address automatically. We don't store your documents on our servers. It's not a subscription, and state or court filing fees are separate.
Will an attorney review my documents?
No. No attorney reviews anything on this site — LemonLawPath is DIY document-automation software, not a law firm. The documents state the facts you enter; you're responsible for checking them before you sign, send, or file anything.
Which states do you cover?
Texas, California, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Michigan, New Jersey, Washington, Massachusetts, Virginia, Arizona, and Maryland — each with its own quiz logic, deadline estimates, packet documents, and filing guide. Our guides are built from statutes and state-agency publications as of October 2026; laws, forms, and fees change, so confirm the details with your state before filing.
What if my defect is a safety hazard?
Don't handle a safety case alone. The quiz flags serious safety hazards as attorney territory. Talk to a licensed lemon law attorney — and ask how they charge before you hire them.
How much does it cost to file a Texas lemon law complaint?
TxDMV's published materials list a $35 filing fee for repurchase/replacement requests (verify the current amount on the TxDMV site before filing). That fee is paid to the state and is separate from LemonLawPath's $29 packet.
What's the Texas lemon law deadline?
TxDMV says to file within 6 months of the earliest of: your express warranty expiring, 24 months after purchase, or 24,000 miles after delivery. Use our deadline calculator for an estimate — then confirm it against your own records.
Why pay $29 when free demand-letter templates exist?
Free templates give you a blank letter. LemonLawPath builds a full packet from your answers: a complaint narrative, a repair-history organizer keyed to your state's tests, an evidence checklist, a state-specific demand letter with your state's notice rules, and filing instructions — plus a free quiz and deadline calculator that compare your facts to your state's published tests. If all you need is a generic letter, a free template may be enough. If you want the paperwork organized around your facts and your state's process, that is what the $29 covers.
Start with the facts.
Leave with a clearer picture.
The quiz compares your answers to published tests.
It doesn't decide whether you qualify.