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RCW 19.118 – The Motor Vehicle Warranties Act, generally known as the Lemon Law. Click here to see the 2009 Lemon Law revisions effective 7/26/2009 .

WAC 44-10 – Lemon Law Administrative Rules, arbitration and the arbitration process.

The Washington State Motor Vehicle "Lemon Law" is designed to help new vehicle owners who have substantial continuing problems with warranty repairs. The law allows the owner to request an arbitration hearing through the Attorney General's Office.

There will be no charge for the arbitration process. At the hearing, the arbitrator will decide whether a consumer's claim meets the requirements under the law.

Automobile dealers and manufacturers will find program  rules, specific duties and useful information about the arbitration process under Manufacture and Dealer Services .