Lemon Law
- Reason 1
The same nonconformity results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven and the nonconformity has been subject to repair two or more times by the manufacturer or its agents, and the buyer or lessee has at least once directly notified the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity.
- Reason 2
The same nonconformity has been subject to repair four or more times by the manufacturer or its agents and the buyer has at least once directly notified the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity.
- Reason 3
The vehicle is out of service for repair 30 calendar days. These 30 days are cumulative meaning it does not have to be in the shop for 30 consecutive days.
Frequently Asked Questions
A lemon is a vehicle that has been in the shop for warranty related issues multiple times. California law protects consumers and provides an avenue of compensation for vehicles which are deemed a “lemon.”
The manufacturer will be responsible for compensating you for your lemon. You will not be responsible for any upfront costs or attorney fees.
If your vehicle qualifies as a lemon, you may be entitled to a refund for payments made, cash settlements, or a replacement vehicle.
Your compensation will depend on whether your vehicle was purchased or leased. Common forms of compensation include refunds of monthly/down payments, registration payments, towing expenses, and rental car charges.