Should I Still File A Claim If the Dealer Tells Me My Car Doesn’t Qualify as a Lemon?
The dealer, being naturally customer service-oriented, will attempt to keep you happy by fixing your car. They are trained in cars and service; however, they are not able to advise you in matters of the law. The Dealership has not been trained in the law, nor passed the state BAR. Even if your car doesn’t qualify under California’s lemon law, there may be other laws state-wide and federally that protect you, the consumer. We are the experts in lemon law and can determine if California or Federal law entitles you to legal relief.
How Many Attempted Repairs on My Car Qualify It?
This also depends on several factors. What types of problems is your car facing? How long has it had those issues? Other factors will definitely have some impact in your claim as well. Call our lemon law attorneys today to discuss the details of your claim! We will determine whether or not your lemon law claim is valid, and resolve the situation for you!
Does Lemon Law Only Cover New Cars?
Lemon law in California will cover your new or used car as long as it’s under warranty. Your car may be covered by one of these warranties:
- The manufacturer’s warranty generally covers your car for at least 36,000 miles or 3 years, whichever comes first. Manufacturers’ powertrain warranties will typically cover your car for 10 years, even with a change of ownership.
- A dealer’s written warranty could cover used cars for sale by dealership, if noted on your buyer’s guide. On your buyer’s guide, if the “Warranty” box is checked rather than the “As Is” box, then your car is covered under California lemon law.
- A certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle warranty would tether you to a dealer for that manufacturer for covered repairs
What Are Lemon Laws?
The federal government and each individual state have lemon laws. The law in California is one of the best for car consumers, because it is the strongest. Consumers expect that their new cars are safe to drive, without serious issues. The manufacturer, by selling that very car, has agreed to that expectation. Unfortunately, some cars have defects that, despite being under warranty, aren’t able to be fixed. Lemon laws are here to protect consumers from this never-ending cycle of repairs. If your lemon law claim is proved, the manufacturer will replace your car, pay you a settlement, or buy your car back.
