FAQs

No. The California Lemon Law does not require a specific number of repair visits. The law states that a dealership must be given a reasonable number of repair opportunities in which to repair a vehicle. Generally four visits for the same issue will qualify, however, safety related issues may only require two visits. Each case will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Therefore, make sure to contact our office to discuss your specific situation.

No. The vehicle must contain a non-conformity covered by the warranty that substantially impairs the vehicle’s use, value or safety to the buyer/lessee. Generally if the vehicle is suffering from a safety related problem fewer repair attempts would be required in order to qualify.

Yes. Leased cars as well as certified pre-owned vehicles are afforded the same protection if your vehicle was covered by the original manufacturer warranty.

No. California Lemon Laws and Federal Lemon Law (Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act) provide laws entitling consumers to compensation from manufacturers for more than just defective automobiles. The Lemon Law also applies to motorhomes, 5th wheels, travel trailers, ATV, motorcycles, boats, jet skis as well as other consumer goods.

Vehicles that are primarily used for business are also covered by the Lemon Law. There is a restriction under the law which is that (1) no more than five vehicles may be registered in the business name; (2) the vehicle’s gross vehicle weight must not exceed 10,000 pounds.

No. The Lemon Law may apply if the vehicle is being repaired for warranty issues. The Lemon Law may still also apply if the warranty period has expired as long as it had undergone repairs during the warranty period for the same issue.

No. As long as the vehicle is being repaired for warranty issues the vehicle may qualify under the law. The Lemon Law may still also apply if the warranty period has expired as long as it had undergone repairs during the warranty period for the same issue.

No. The consumer does not have to first go through an arbitration program offered by the manufacturer in order to pursue a claim.

No. As long as you were going to an authorized dealership to have the warranty work done and you provided them with a reasonable number of repair attempts, the manufacturer does not have to be notified prior to making a Lemon Law claim against them.