QUALIFICATION:  3 unsuccessful repairs (when at least 2 times same agent attempted repair) or 15 business days out of service within shorter of warranty or 2 years or 18,000 miles. Applies to vehicles within the first 18,000 miles or 2 years regardless of whether the claimant is the original owner.

NOTIFICATION/TRIGGER:  Written notice to manufacturer or dealer only if required in warranty or owner's manual. Manufacturer has 7 business days after receipt for final repair attempt. State-run arbitration mechanism available. Law specifically applies to leased vehicles.

Maine Lemon Law Text

There are also other Consumer Protection laws that apply to consumer product purchases.  Complaints, recalls and class actions are also an option for certain cases.  There are options for new, used and leased vehicles.