If you've purchased a vehicle with significant defects, it's easy to become overwhelmed by the ramifications. The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (California Lemon Law) has you covered. You need an experienced California Lemon Law attorney to help protect your rights under California Lemon Law. Contact Quill & Arrow, LLP; we help California consumers hold manufacturers accountable and get the compensation they deserve.
Lemon Law California
California's Lemon Law
California's Lemon Law protects consumers who lease or purchase a defective new or certified pre-owned vehicle with a manufacturer's warranty. Under the law, those who fail to repair vehicle defects after a reasonable number of attempts must provide the consumer with a refund or cash settlement.
Key Aspects of California's Lemon Law
Some important things to know about Lemon Laws in CA are:
Notification: The consumer must notify the manufacturer or authorized repair facility of the vehicle defect.
Warranty Coverage: The defect must be covered by the manufacturer's new vehicle warranty or a dealer's warranty.
Substantial Defect: The defect must substantially impact the safety of the vehicle, or its use, or value. Minor or cosmetic issues usually don't qualify.
Cumulative Days Out of Service: If the vehicle has been out of service for repairs for 30 or more days, cumulative, it's presumed to be a lemon.
Timely Defect: While defects within the first 18,000 miles or 18 months provide the strongest legal protection, California's Lemon Law doesn't stop there. Even if problems emerge later, you may still have a valid claim.
Owner Abuse: The vehicle defect must not be due to the owner's neglect, abuse, or unauthorized modifications.
Reasonable Repair Attempts: The vehicle manufacturer or authorized dealer must be granted a reasonable number of repair attempts to fix the vehicle defect. The law does not specify an exact number and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
Statute of Limitations: Four years from the date the consumer first experienced warrantable problems with their vehicle. Still, early action is critical. Delaying action can significantly weaken your claim.
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California Lemon Law cases can be quite complex, and how your attorney approaches your case makes a significant difference in your compensation. Other firms prioritize fast, low-dollar settlements. We fight for every dollar you deserve, even if it means taking the case to trial.
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