State lemon law · checked October 23, 2026
Verified against the statute / official state publicationIdaho Code §§48-901–48-913
| Presumption window | The window is the earliest of the warranty term, 2 years, or 24,000 miles. |
|---|---|
| Same defect | 4+ repair attempts |
| Safety defect | 1+ attempt(s) — A complete failure of steering or braking likely to cause death or serious injury: 1 attempt. |
| Days out of service | 30+ business days — 30 or more BUSINESS days out of service. |
The presumption is the set of numbers that shifts the burden to the manufacturer. A claim can exist outside the presumption — it is a shortcut, not the whole road. Read why.
The use allowance may not exceed (miles driven by the consumer at arbitration ÷ 120,000) × purchase price, for purchased vehicles.
Prior written notification to the manufacturer and an opportunity to cure are required for the presumption. A Part 703 program, where established, must be used first.
Dispute route: A 16 CFR Part 703 program, where the manufacturer maintains one, must be used before suit.
Attorney's fees: Idaho provides attorney's fees to a prevailing consumer.
Suit must be filed within 3 years of original delivery (and within 3 months after an arbitration decision, if you arbitrated).
| New vehicles | Covered |
|---|---|
| Leased vehicles | Covered |
| Used vehicles | Covered in defined situations — see notes |
| Motorcycles | Not covered |
| RV / motor home | Covered — chassis / powertrain only |
Your repair-log tracker, the Idaho notice letter, the buyback worksheet on Idaho's formula, and your deadline calendar.
Checked October 23, 2026. Laws change; if your claim is close to a line, verify the current statute or ask a lawyer in Idaho. This page is information, not legal advice.