June 4, 2009

LANSING-Attorney General Mike Cox today announced that Chrysler Group LLC has agreed to honor the "Lemon Law" rights of Chrysler buyers who purchased or leased Chrysler vehicles before "Old" Chrysler's bankruptcy filing.

Michigan's "Lemon Law" provides consumers with rights and procedures to obtain a refund or a replacement vehicle if a new vehicle develops a significant problem that cannot be repaired after a certain number of repair attempts.

"We want to do everything we can to ensure Chrysler jobs in Michigan are protected after its reorganization, but we have to ensure that Michigan consumers are protected as well," Cox said.  "Thanks to the work of my office, Chrysler Group LLC, and other state Attorneys General, Michigan consumers will remain protected."

Cox also said the states will be watching the General Motors bankruptcy proceedings very carefully to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to protect its car buyers around the country.

More information on Michigan's Lemon Law can be found in the Attorney General's Consumer Alert titled "Michigan's Lemon Law ? Avoid Getting Stuck with a Lemon," which is available online at www.michigan.gov/consumeralerts.  

Questions and complaints regarding Michigan's Lemon Law should be directed to the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division at 1-877-765-8388, or online at www.michigan.gov/ag.

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