Many consumers assume Texas Lemon Law is their only option—but that’s not true. In many cases, a breach of warranty claim may be even more powerful.

Texas Lemon Law (Administrative Process)

• Handled through the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV)
• Focuses on repair history
• Requires strict timelines and procedures
• Typically applies to newer vehicles

Breach of Warranty (Legal Claim)

This is where things get interesting.

A breach of warranty claim arises when a manufacturer fails to honor:

• Express warranties (written promises)
• Implied warranties (basic expectations of reliability)

Key Advantages of Breach of Warranty Claims

• Applies to used vehicles in many cases
• No strict “4 repair attempts” rule
• Can include federal claims (Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act)
• Allows recovery of attorney’s fees

Which Is Better?

It depends on your situation:

You May Be Able to Pursue Both

Many consumers don’t realize they can combine claims—giving them stronger leverage against manufacturers.