Tacoma Lemon Law Attorneys
Get a Refund or Replacement for Your Defective Vehicle
500+
Models Served
5,000+
Cases Settled
$47M+
Recovered for Clients
Our Washington case team is ready to help
No Out-of-Pocket Fees
We don't get paid unless you recover. The manufacturer typically pays attorney fees in successful Washington claims.
Maximum Compensation
Buyback, replacement, or cash settlement — we pursue the strongest remedy under RCW 19.118.
We Handle Everything
From paperwork to NMVAB filings to manufacturer negotiation, our team manages the entire process.
Why Tacoma Drivers File Lemon Law Claims
Tacoma drivers commute to JBLM, into Seattle, and across the South Sound — putting heavy daily use on vehicles that should last well past warranty. When dealership repairs keep failing, Washington's lemon law gives you real leverage.
Whether you bought new from a dealer on South Tacoma Way, in Lakewood, Puyallup, or Federal Way, RCW 19.118 covers you. We've recovered settlements for South Sound drivers across every major manufacturer — Ford, Toyota, Chevrolet, Hyundai, Jeep — without out-of-pocket cost.
Why Tacoma Trusts Our Washington Lemon Law Attorneys
We're a high-volume lemon law firm serving Washington consumers. Over $47M recovered, 5,000+ cases settled, and a focused practice that does one thing: get drivers out of defective vehicles.
- Lemon law is all we do — no distractions across other practice areas.
- Familiar with Washington's RCW 19.118 (Wallace's Lemon Law) and the New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board (NMVAB).
- Local presence supporting the Puget Sound region, Eastern Washington, and beyond.
- No upfront cost — manufacturers pay attorney fees in most successful Washington claims.
How Our Washington Lemon Law Process Works
How Lemon Laws Work?
1. Submit Paperwork
This will help us easily identify how bad your lemon is.
2. Case Manager Review
Our expert team will review your case with you to determine the best course of action.
3. Settlement
After letting our team do the heavy lifting, all you have to do is wait for your settlement, it's that easy!
1. Submit Paperwork
This will help us easily identify how bad your lemon is.
2. Case Manager Review
Our expert team will review your case with you to determine the best course of action.
3. Settlement
After letting our team do the heavy lifting, all you have to do is wait for your settlement, it's that easy!
What Is Washington's Lemon Law?
Washington's lemon law — formally the Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (RCW 19.118), often called "Wallace's Lemon Law" — protects new-vehicle buyers and lessees whose vehicles have a serious defect that the manufacturer can't fix in a reasonable number of attempts.
Unlike many states, Washington offers a free state-administered arbitration program through the New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board (NMVAB). If you qualify, you can pursue a refund (buyback) or a comparable replacement vehicle — and the manufacturer typically pays your attorney fees if you win.
Do YouQualify Under Washington Lemon Law?
You may qualify if:
- Your vehicle was purchased or leased new in Washington (or transferred during the warranty period).
- It has a serious defect substantially impairing use, value, or safety.
- The manufacturer has had a reasonable number of repair attempts (generally 4+, or 2 for serious safety defects).
- Your vehicle has been out of service for a cumulative 30+ days for warranty repairs.
Common Defects We See in Tacoma
Engine & Transmission Failures
- Stalling, misfires, sudden loss of power
- Transmission slipping or hard shifting
- Coolant or oil leaks under warranty
Electrical & Infotainment
- Phantom dashboard warning lights
- Touchscreen freezes and reboots
- Battery drain and charging system faults
Safety & Driver Assistance
- Faulty airbag or seatbelt warnings
- Adaptive cruise / lane assist malfunctions
- Brake system or ABS defects
Top Manufacturers We Hold Accountable
Top Lemon Manufacturers We've Beaten
Honda
400+ Cases
Honda
Ford
800+ Cases
Ford
Jeep
350+ Cases
Jeep
GMC
900+ Cases
GMC
Cadillac
300+ Cases
Cadillac
Chevrolet
600+ Cases
Chevrolet
Compensation Available Under Washington Lemon Law
Vehicle Buyback
Full refund of what you paid — purchase price, sales tax, registration, and qualifying collateral costs.
Replacement Vehicle
A comparable new vehicle from the same manufacturer, with all fees and taxes covered.
Attorney Fees Covered
Under RCW 19.118, the manufacturer typically pays your attorney fees in successful claims — your recovery stays whole.
More Cases. More Claims. More Recoveries in Tacoma.
As one of the top vehicle markets, Tacoma sees more lemon law claims than most jurisdictions. That means we understand local dealer behavior, model-specific defect patterns, and how to file in local courts for the best outcomes.
Pierce County Superior Court, 930 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402
We serve drivers across the entire Tacoma metro area, with deep familiarity with local dealerships and defect patterns.
Areas We Serve
Serving Pierce County and surrounding communities
We represent Washington consumers across the Puget Sound, Eastern Washington, and every corner of the state. If your vehicle was purchased or leased here, we can help.
- Downtown Tacoma
- North End
- Hilltop
- Stadium District
- Proctor
- Eastside
- South Tacoma
- Lakewood
- University Place
- Puyallup
- Fife
- Gig Harbor
- Federal Way
- JBLM
- Steilacoom
Washington Lemon Law Statutes
RCW 19.118 — Motor Vehicle Warranties Act (Wallace's Lemon Law) Washington's primary new-vehicle lemon law, providing buyback or replacement remedies for defects the manufacturer cannot repair.
New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board (NMVAB) Washington's free state-administered arbitration program. Decisions are binding on the manufacturer and appealable by the consumer.
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (Federal) Federal warranty law that supplements Washington's protections, often used for used and CPO vehicles still under warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Washington Lemon Law in Tacoma
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Free, no-obligation case review. No fees unless we win. Most Tacoma cases resolve in just a few months.