The Lemon Law only applies to new cars.
Myth: The Lemon Law also applies to used cars.
As long as the car is registered in California, the Lemon Law applies.
Myth: For the California Lemon Law to apply, the car must be purchased in California. (There is a military exception to this.)
All you need is three repairs and you win!
Myth: As a guideline, we look whether or not the vehicle has had four repair attempts for the same problem. If it's a major safety issue (which is rare), we can sometimes get by with just two repairs. Or, if the vehicle has been out of service for 30 days (non-consecutive is fine), that can work too.
The dealership won't give me a loaner and I'm entitled to one!
Myth: A dealership has no obligation to provide you with a loaner unless you've contracted for it.
My car has been repaired 10 times under my extended warranty. I win!
Myth: The repairs to the vehicle must be performed under the original manufacturer's warranty. Repairs under an extended warranty won't help you much.
My car qualified! I get all my money back!
Myth: Even if a car qualifies, the manufacturer is entitled to offsets such as mileage, aftermarket items, GAP insurance, and several other deductions.
I bought a Certified Pre-Owned car so I get lemon law protection!
Partially True: A CPO car typically extends the original manufacturer's warranty and if the repairs happen under that extension, it may qualify.
I bought my car from my Uncle Bob with only 5,000 miles. It's brand new but has major problems repaired by the manufacturer. I win!
Myth: When you buy a vehicle from a private party you have basically forfeited your right to bring a Lemon Law case regardless of how many repairs have been made.
I leased my car so I still have Lemon Law protection.
True: It doesn't matter whether or not the vehicle is a purchase or a lease as long as it qualifies given the criteria above.
My visor mirror has been repaired four times. I win!
Myth: The problems with the vehicle must be considered a substantial impairment of the use, value, or safety of the vehicle.
If you qualify for legal protection under the California Lemon Law, Edzant Price LLP will demand the manufacturer buy back your vehicle.
Every client's case represented by our Law firm is personally negotiated by attorney Sam Price & Barry Edzant. Unlike out-of-state lemon law firms, and unlike unresponsive lemon law mills, we reside in California and always strive to be available to answer your questions and keep you informed as your case progresses.
Our mission statement is to offer the best legal representation possible for all California consumers. You are entitled to no less!
If you are one of the many individuals frustrated and overwhelmed by your car dealership or manufacturer, call 1-888-395-3666 to discuss your potential Lemon Law case.
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