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Our California lemon law is looking for defects (problems) that substantially impair the use, value, or safety of the vehicle while under the manufacturers limited new car (or certified pre-owned used vehicle) factory warranties. Examples of substantial defects/problems under our California lemon law would include, but not limited to: engine, turbo-charger, cooling system, steering system, braking system defects/problems, SRS/airbag system, suspension, driveline, rear differential, axle system, alignment (won’t stay in alignment), CHECK ENGINE warning light, SES warning light, SRS warning light, BRAKE warning light, engine stalling, lack of power, smoke from tailpipe, excessive oil consumption, all types of transmission symptoms/drivability, fuel injection, diesel injection, air conditioning, heating system, navigation system, power windows, power door locks, instrument cluster, sunroof operation, electrical problems, I-drive system, clutch problems under warranty, no-start, ABS brakes, traction control, ESP, paint defects from factory, seat belt problems, faulty fuel gauge readout system, power seats, convertible top problems, fuel filler/filling problems, overheating, and engine mis-fire, This is only a partial listing to the myriad of defects (problems) a vehicle may incur with repeated repair attempts under warranty. “Non-substantial” defects would include, but are not limited to: consumer complaints where the vehicle is proven to be operating correctly with no defects in parts or workmanship, but simply a “operating characteristic” of all the vehicles produced of that model. (Unless proven to be a substantial impairment to use or safety with multiple warranty repair attempts). Other non-substantial defects would be minor seat covering wrinkling, poorly fitting trim pieces, small trim pieces (non-operational) falling off and/or defective, minor squeaks and rattles, need for normal scheduled 4-wheel alignments for tire wear, poor fuel economy (unless accompanied by engine running problems and warranty replacement of parts by the authorized dealer), adjustments to doors/hood/trunk, and other minor annoyances.

No. The California Lemon Law does not require the consumer to participate in arbitration that may be offered by the vehicle manufacturer in order to pursue a Lemon Law claim.

No. So long as the manufacturer’s authorized warranty repair facility has had a reasonable number of opportunities to repair a warranty problem, the manufacturer need not be given notice or a opportunity to repair the problem.

Yes, but with changes in our California Lemon Law early in 2025, certain time restrictions are now in place. We recommend that you call us and speak with an attorney about your vehicles warranty repairs history, so we can best advise you on applicability and rights under the current statute. 1-800-225-3666

No. There must be a reasonable number of repair attempts. The definition of what constitutes a reasonable number of repair attempts will vary given the vehicles particular problem(s). In general, if a problem has been subject to at least four separate repair attempts at the manufacturers authorized repair facility, or has spent more than 30 days cumulative in the shop, this is sufficient to establish a reasonable number.

Yes. As long as the vehicle is having warranty problems, the Lemon Law may apply no matter what the odometer reading is on the vehicle.