California Lemon Cars Attorney
Dedicated California Lemon Cars Lawyer Ready To Assist You
Common Lemon Cars in California
Just about everybody knows what a “lemon” is – it’s a vehicle that never runs right and is frequently in the shop, almost from the day you drive it off the lot. Although the statistical reality is that any car can turn out to be a lemon – lemons are more often found in some makes and models than in others. California responded to frequent consumer complaints by passing the lemon law.
The California Lemon Law, part of the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, allows qualifying consumers to obtain a refund or replacement if their car qualifies as a “lemon.” Determining whether you have a valid claim is the easy part. The hard part is enforcing your claim at the negotiating table or in court. Professional legal assistance can maximize your chances.
My Practice Centers on Lemon Law and Auto Dealer Fraud
Over the years I have handled thousands of lemon law cases. Most of these cases have been resolved through settlement. In some cases, however, the defendant is stubborn and a trial is necessary. I have successfully handled many, many lemon law trials, along with appeals all the way up the Supreme Court of California. I will settle if I can – otherwise I am ready to fight for you.
Is Your Vehicle One of Those on the CA Lemon Cars List?
- Cars and sedans
- Sports utility vehicles (SUVs)
- Trucks and pickup trucks
- Motorcycles and motorbikes
- Recreational vehicles (RVs), motorhomes, and trailers
- Boats and watercraft
Vehicle Makes & Models That May Be Lemons
- Acura RDX
- Acura RL
- Acura TL
- Acura TSX
- Chrysler 300
- Chrysler Aspen
- Chrysler Pacifica
- Chrysler PT Cruiser
- Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
- Chrysler Sebring Sedan
- Chrysler Sebring Sedan Convertible
- Chrysler Crossfire
- Ford Mustang
- Ford Fusion
- Ford Focus
- Ford Taurus
- Ford 500
- Audi A3
- Audi A4
- Audi A5
- Audi A6
- Audi A8
- Audi S4
- Audi R8
- Audi S5
- Audi S6
- Audi S8
- Audi TT
- Audi RS4
- Volkswagen Eos
- Volkswagen GLI
- Volkswagen GTI
- Volkswagen Jetta Sedan
- Volkswagen Beetle
- Volkswagen New Beetle
- Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible
- Volkswagen Passat Sedan
- Volkswagen Passat Wagon
- Volkswagen Rabbit
- Volkswagen Touareg
- Volkswagen Touareg 2
- Volkswagen R32
- Cadillac CTS
- Cadillac STS
- Cadillac DTS
- Cadillac Roadster
- Cadillac CST-v
- Cadillac STS-v
- Cadillac XLR-v
- Cadillac Deville
- Cadillac Seville
- Nissan Maxima
- Nissan Altima
- Nissan Altima Coupe
- Nissan Altima Hybrid
- Nissan Sentra
- Nissan Versa
- Nissan Versa Sedan
- Nissan Versa Hatchback
- Nissan 350Z Coupe
- Nissan 350Z Roadster
- BMW 3 Series
- BMW 3 Series Convertible
- BMW 3 Series Coupe
- BMW 3 Series Sedan
- BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon
- BMW 5 Series
- BMW 6 Series
- BMW M5
- BMW M6
- BMW M
- BMW 2008
- BMW 7 Series
- BMW Z4
- Infiniti G35 Sedan
- Infiniti G37 Coupe
- Infiniti M
- Honda Accord Coupe
- Honda Accord Sedan
- Honda Civic
- Honda Civic Coupe
- Honda Accord
- Honda Civic GX
- Honda Civic Hybrid
- Honda Civic Sedan
- Honda Civic Si Coupe
- Honda Civic Si Sedan
- Honda Accord Hybrid
- Honda Civic NGV
- Honda S 2000
- Dodge Avenger
- Dodge Caliber
- Dodge Charger
- Dodge Viper
- Dodge Magnum
- Buick Park Avenue
- Buick Century
- Buick Lesabre
- Buick Lacrosse
- Buick Lucerne
- Chevrolet Aveo
- Chevrolet Cobalt
- Chevrolet Corvette
- Chevrolet HHR
- Chevrolet Impala
- Chevrolet Malibu
- Mercury Grand Marquis
- Mercury Milan
- Mercury Sable
- Mercury Montego
- Toyota Avalon
- Toyota Camry
- Toyota Camry Hybrid
- Toyota Corolla
- Toyota Solara
- Toyota Prius
- Toyota Yaris
- Hyundai Accent
- Hyundai Azera
- Hyundai Elantra
- Hyundai Sonata
- Hyundai Tiburon
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- Mercedes-Benz CL Class
- Mercedes-Benz CLK Class
- Mercedes-Benz E Class
- Mercedes-Benz S Class
- Mercedes-Benz SL Class
- Mercedes-Benz SLK Class
- Mercedes-Benz SLR
- Mercedes-Benz CLS Class
- Lexus ES 350
- Lexus GS 350
- Lexus GS 450h
- Lexus GS 460
- Lexus IS 250
- Lexus IS 350
- Lexus LS 460
- Lexus LS 600h
- Lexus SC 430
- Lexus GS 430
- Lincoln Town Car
- Lincoln MKZ
- Kia Amanti
- Kia Rio
- Kia Spectra
- Kia Sepctra5
- Kia Optima
- Pontiac G5
- Pontiac G6
- Pontiac G8
- Pontiac Grand Prix
- Pontiac Solstice
- Mitsubishi Eclipse
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
- Mitsubishi Galant
- Mitsubishi Lancer
- Saturn Astra
- Saturn Aura
- Saturn Aura Green Line Hybrid
- Saturn Sky
- Saturn Ion
- Saab 9-3 Convertible
- Saab 9-3 SportCombi
- Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan
- Saab 9-5 SportCombi
- Saab 9-5 Sedan
- Volvo C30
- Volvo C70
- Volvo S40
- Volvo S60
- Volvo S80
- Volvo V50
- Subaru Impreza
- Subaru Legacy
- Subaru Outback
- Mazda 3
- Mazda 5
- Mazda 6
- Mazda Speed 3
- Mazda MX-5 Miata
- Mazda Speed 6
- Mazda RX-8
- MINI Cooper
- MINI Cooper Clubman
- Scion xD
- Scion tC
- Scion xB
- Suzuki Forenza
- Suzuki Forenza Wagon
- Suzuki Reno
- Suzuki Aerio Sedan
Please note that these are just a small selection of vehicles that have had issues with material defects in the past. Even if the vehicle you are experiencing issues with is not on this list, don’t hesitate to find out more about your potential lemon case by speaking with a skilled California lemon cars attorney today.
Understanding Material Defects
- A problem with your engine that means that you can’t start your car.
- A problem with the car’s brakes that means your vehicle is dangerous to drive.
- A problem with your car’s air conditioning that makes it impossible to sell for a fair price.
The best way to know that your car has a material defect is to speak with a law firm about your case and your vehicle’s repair history.
Disqualifying Issues in Lemon Law Cases
- Your vehicle is not covered by an express warranty.
- Your vehicle is not registered in the state of California.
- Your vehicle was not properly maintained according to its warranty.
- Your defect is not covered under your warranty.
- Your material defect is related to an aftermarket auto part.
- Your defect was caused by misuse, abuse, or an accident.
- Your defect was caused by normal or natural wear.
- Your vehicle is owned by a business that also owns more than 5 vehicles.
- Your vehicle weighs over 10,000 pounds.
- It has been more than four years since you were aware of your car’s material defect.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- The vehicle must be under the manufacturer’s warranty when the repairs are attempted.
- The vehicle must have been bought in-state.
- The defect for which the repair attempt was made must substantially affect the use, value, or safety of the vehicle.
- A vehicle will not qualify as a lemon if its defect was caused by abuse.
- your down payment,
- your already-paid monthly payments,
- yny fees you paid for the vehicle (such as the license plate fee), and
- rental car expenses.
Furthermore, the remainder of your loan will be cancelled.
- Mobile homes
- Off-road motorcycles (dirt bikes, for example)
- Certain commercial vehicles owned by companies that also own at least five other state-registered vehicles
- Vehicles purchased outside of California (such a vehicle might be protected under the law of the state where it was purchased)
A Track Record of Success
- 99 percent of our cases are settled without a trial.
- We have been awarded a “Preeminent” rating by Martindale-Hubbell, the world’s most prestigious lawyer ranking service.
- Mr. Law has testified before the California State Legislature on consumer protection issues.
- We have has been involved in several groundbreaking consumer protection cases, including Foreman v. National R.V., Inc. and Robertson v. Fleetwood Travel Trailers of California.