Q: How Does the Lemon Law Work?
A: How the lemon law works is that it protects car buyers whose cars experience issues soon after purchasing them. While there is a general guideline for determining if a car is a lemon, each case may present different circumstances and may qualify even if it doesn’t exactly meet the “requirements”. For example, the lemon law in California allows car buyers to return their lemon cars and get a replacement vehicle or a refund.
Q: What is a Lemon?
A: A lemon car is a vehicle with defects affecting its safety, value, or utility.
Q: How Do I Know If I Have A Lemon?
A: By law, in most states, a vehicle is deemed a lemon when:
- The vehicle has been in the shop for more than 30 days, adding the total amount of time in the shop for the same repair issue.
- The vehicle has been repaired on 3 or more separate occasions, for any reason, during the manufacturer’s warranty period.
- You have attempted to repair the same issue at least 3 times without any success.
- If the dealer refuses to repair or vehicle is destroyed you also may have a valid lemon. If you don’t fall into any of these 4 categories but still feel you have a lemon, reach out to our attorneys and we will tell you how we can help. Call us at (818) 254-8413.
Q: How Can I Contact You?
A: Our firm values your time and understands just how busy you are so we offer 3 convenient ways to contact our office:
- Phone: 818-254-8413 | Our office hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday PST and 9:30 am to 1:30 pm on Friday. When you call during office hours you will always get a live person – no answering service here.
- Contact Form: Contact Form | You can submit your inquiry via our contact form. We still recommend calling us during office hours to get live help as it may take a couple of days to get through the form submissions.
Q: Is There A Lemon Law For Used Cars?
A: There is a lemon law for used cars. The particulars of the used car lemon law are different in various states, but all cars are covered under the federal lemon law. Basically, if you purchased a used vehicle with a manufacturer’s warranty and it spends more time at the dealership getting repairs than it does on the road, then you probably have a lemon.
Q: Can My Lease Vehicle Still Be A Lemon?
A: Yes. Lemon laws apply to both purchased and leased vehicles.
Q: What States Do You Practice In?
A: We have attorneys licensed to practice in California, Arizona, and Texas. For all other states, we are happy to connect you with our extensive network of attorneys.
Q: How Fast Can I Get My Car Fixed or Money Back?
A: This depends – we have some cases resolved in 90 days and some that take over a year. Each case is different but our lemon law attorneys work tirelessly to ensure you get the best result.
Q: How Do I Calculate The Buyback Value?
A: The value of your buyback depends on many factors including make, model, length of time you have driven the car, and the miles driven. After hearing the details of your issue our attorneys can better estimate the value of your vehicle.
Q: How Long is the Lemon Law Valid For?
A: While every case is different and we can’t make guarantees the general rule is car must have been a lemon during the warranty period but you have up to 4 years after discovering it is a lemon to take action. What that means is if your car was having issues while under warranty but the warranty has since expired, we may be able to help you recover funds.
Q: What is Lemon Car Buy Back?
A: If your vehicle has been designated a lemon the manufacturer is required to buy your car back or refund your down payment, monthly payments, taxes, and even part of your registration fees.
Q: Lemon Law Experts – How Do You Know Which Attorney to Choose?
A: Choosing the right attorney for your lemon car case can be the difference between a new car and losing your case. Our experienced team knows exactly what we need to do to win your case and have you riding in style.
Q: Consumer Law Experts in Los Angeles – Can You Help Me In Another State?
A: Our team of lemon law attorneys in Los Angeles, California has an extensive network of peers and colleges that we frequently refer out of state clients to. If you reside or purchased your car outside of California, we would still love to assist you in finding help with your lemon.
Q: What Can I Expect From Lemon Law Settlements?
A: There are 4 different outcomes you can expect in a lemon case:
- Buyback – full refund with deduction for miles driven
- Cash and keep – based on the dealer or finance company agreeing to pay damages in exchange for the buyer keeping the vehicle and continuing to make payments.
- Litigation – filing a lawsuit against the manufacturer
- Vehicle exchange / trade for another vehicle When our attorneys work on your case you get to decide which option is best for you.
Q: Florida Lemon Law – Can You Help Me?
A: If you live in Florida and purchased a vehicle you believe to be a lemon in Florida, our team can help connect you with an attorney in your area. Call us 818-254-8413.
Q: What Is The California Lemon Law?
A: If you live in California and purchased a vehicle you believe to be a lemon, our team can use the California Lemon Law to help you. Call us at (818) 254-8413. Our offices are located in sunny Los Angeles, and we would love to assist you with your lemon car case.
Q: What Are The Typical Lemon Law Results?
A: We have assisted over 1,000 clients to resolve their lemon and auto defect issues and we look forward to assisting you. Visit our brands page to see if we have already worked with your manufacturer and to see the types of results we could achieve for you.
Q: How Long Does A Lemon Law Case Take?
A: Sometimes a client can receive a resolution within as little as 60 days but other times the process can take a bit longer. We also seek to resolve our clients lemon issue swiftly, but sometimes the extra time is worth it. Give us a call to see how we can help you.
Q: Cash and Keep Lemon Law – Can I Keep My Car If It’s A Lemon?
A: Yes, you can absolutely keep your car if it’s a lemon. This is what’s known as a cash and keep. Our attorneys recover damages for you and you keep your car.
Q: Arizona Lemon Law FAQs – Can You Help Me?
A: If you live in Arizona and purchased a vehicle you believe to be a lemon in Arizona, our team can help you. Call us 818-254-8413.
Q: Lemon Law Case in Texas – Can You Help?
A: If you live in Texas and purchased a vehicle you believe to be a lemon in Texas, our team can help you. Call us at (818) 254-8413.
Q: How Do I Know If I Am Experiencing A Known Lemon Law Issue?
A: Check our list of known lemon law issues.
