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MPs back landmark 'Lemon Law' bill - Bangkok Post

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The Thai House of Representatives has approved in principle a proposed “Lemon Law” bill intended to strengthen consumer protection by shifting liability (in defective-product situations) more onto sellers/manufacturers. The bill is described as a landmark measure to address products that don’t meet expectations after purchase.

Potential Impact on AppleCare+

If enacted in a form that expands consumers’ remedies for defective products (e.g., clearer rights to repair/replace/refund for “lemon” devices), it could reduce AppleCare+’s practical importance for some warranty-like claims by giving customers enforceable statutory protections directly against sellers/manufacturers. For Apple, it may also require clearer coordination between AppleCare+ coverage terms and statutory remedies, and could increase legal/compliance costs around handling defect claims for iPhones/iPads and related accessories sold in Thailand.

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The House of Representatives on Thursday approved in principle a landmark "Lemon Law" bill aimed at strengthening consumer protection by shifting liability ...

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Country

Thailand

Region

Asia Pacific

Discovered

6/28/2026

Relevance Score

62%

Language

Thai