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— California Lemon Law

If Your Vehicle Is A Lemon, We'll Make Them Pay.

California’s lemon law gives you the right to a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement when your vehicle has unfixable defects. We force manufacturers to honor that right with no fees unless we win.

Does My Car Qualify?
— Lemon Law Track Record
$1M+
Bought back for lemon law clients
Dozens
Vehicles bought back or replaced
98%
Lemon law success rate
— The Basics

What California's Lemon Law Actually Means.

California has one of the strongest lemon laws in the country — the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. If your new or used vehicle has a defect that the manufacturer can’t fix in a reasonable number of attempts, the law requires them to either buy it back, replace it, or pay you a cash settlement.

It applies to any vehicle covered under a manufacturer warranty purchased from an authorized manufacturer retailer — New, Leased, Certified Pre-Owned. Critically, the manufacturer pays your attorney fees. Legitimate cases cost you nothing.

The catch: manufacturers know most consumers don’t pursue these cases. They rely on you giving up. That’s exactly why we exist.

— What We Handle

Every Type Of Lemon Law Case.

From luxury European imports to American workhorses, from gas to electric — if it’s defective and under warranty, we have you covered.

Vehicle Buyback

When your vehicle can't be reasonably repaired, the manufacturer must repurchase it — including all the money you've paid, minus a usage offset.

  • Full or most purchase price refunded
  • Sales tax & registration
  • Finance charges paid
  • Incidental damages
Luxury & Exotic Vehicles

Premium vehicles get premium representation. We have specific expertise with luxury manufacturers who fight harder and pay more.

  • Bentley, Porsche, Audi
  • BMW, Mercedes-Benz
  • Range Rover, Maserati
  • Higher-stakes negotiations
Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Defects

EV and Hybrid-specific problems require attorneys who understand the technology. We handle Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, and traditional EV or Hybrid defects.

  • Battery degradation
  • Charging system failures
  • Software/firmware defects
  • Range & performance claims
Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles

Many drivers don't realize the lemon law also applies to used and certified pre-owned vehicles still under warranty.

  • Manufacturer-certified used
  • Active factory warranty
  • Powertrain warranty defects
  • Extended warranty issues
Trucks & Heavy Vehicles

Pickup trucks, work vehicles, and heavy-duty vehicles are covered too. We handle Ford, Dodge, Chevy, GMC, and more.

  • F-150, F-250, F-350
  • Ram 1500/2500/3500
  • Silverado & Sierra
  • Diesel engine defects
Recurring Defects

Problem won't stay fixed? Multiple repair attempts on the same issue trigger lemon law protections — even if the dealer says otherwise.

  • 3+ repair for serious issues
  • 30+ days in shop
  • Safety-related defects
  • Warranty repair denials

— The Law

How California Protects Vehicle Owners.

— California Code § 1793.22

The Song-Beverly Act

California's primary lemon law statute. Requires manufacturers to repurchase or replace any new vehicle that can't be repaired after a "reasonable number of attempts." The law strongly favors consumers — including mandatory attorney fees when you win, meaning manufacturers pay your legal costs.

— Reasonable Repair Attempts

When You Qualify

California's "reasonable number" presumption: 4+ attempts to repair the same defect, OR 2+ attempts on a defect that could cause serious injury or death, OR 30+ cumulative days in the shop for repairs. Hit any of these, and the law presumes your vehicle is a lemon.

— Statute of Limitations

Don't Wait Too Long

California gives you varying time to file your lemon law claim. Evidence fades, repair records get lost, and manufacturers stall on purpose. The earlier you act, the stronger your case.

— Your Three Options

What You Can Recover.

01

Vehicle Buyback

The manufacturer purchases your vehicle back at the original price, minus a usage offset based on miles driven before the first reported defect.

02

Cash Settlement

Keep your vehicle and get cash to compensate for the diminished value. Best for clients who've already paid off the loan or want to keep driving the car.

03

Vehicle Replacement

A comparable replacement vehicle, identical year and model. The manufacturer provides the new vehicle and takes back the lemon at no additional cost to you.

— Recent Results

Recoveries For Real Clients.

Lemon Law Buyback

$257,695

2023 Bentley Bentayga EWB

Full purchase-price buyback plus incidental damages secured after repeated air suspension and powertrain failures.

LEMON LAW SETTLEMENT

$94,000

2022 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE

Confidential settlement obtained for hybrid battery, charging system, and drivetrain defects that compromised the vehicle’s use and resale value.

LEMON LAW CASH & KEEP

$52,000

2025 PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO E-HYBRID

Cash-and-keep settlement secured for recurring hybrid drivetrain and electrical system failures. Client retained the vehicle with substantial compensation for diminished value.

LEMON LAW BUYBACK

$41,600

2024 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS

Full manufacturer buyback obtained after repeated transmission and electrical defects left the vehicle out of service beyond statutory repair thresholds.

Lemon Law Buyback

$51,940

2024 FORD F-150 STX

Full purchase-price refund recovered for persistent powertrain and engine defects documented across multiple dealer repair attempts.

Lemon Law Buyback

$52,333

2023 AUDI A5 SPORTBACK

Full buyback with itemized refund of down payment, monthly payments, and taxes following unresolved infotainment and drivetrain defects under warranty.

— Past results do not guarantee future outcomes

— Our Process

How A Lemon Law Case Works.

1

Tell Us About Your case

Share your repair history, warranty details, and the defects you’ve experienced. Takes less than five minutes.

 
2

We Evaluate Your Claim

Our team cross-references your defects against manufacturer TSBs and defect databases. We know what qualifies — and what the case is worth.

3

We Negotiate & Recover

We pursue maximum value through demand letters, manufacturer negotiations, and litigation if required. We’ve seen this before. We know how to win.

4

You Get Paid

— Common Questions

Lemon Law Q&A.

Nothing, if you have a legitimate case. California’s lemon law requires manufacturers to pay reasonable attorney fees when consumers win. Our fee comes from the manufacturer, not from your settlement. We work entirely on contingency — no fees unless we win.
 

EXAMPLES

  • Engine stalling repeatedly despite 3+ repair attempts
  • Brakes failing to respond correctly after multiple fixes
  • Transmission slipping or failing within the warranty period
Most cases resolve in 3 to 6 months. Manufacturers know we’re prepared to litigate, which often results in faster settlements. Complex cases involving luxury vehicles or willful violations may take longer, but tend to recover more.
No. California’s lemon law covers any vehicle still under manufacturer warranty, including certified pre-owned vehicles. If your vehicle has an active factory warranty and persistent defects, you likely have a case.
Dealers don’t decide what’s a lemon — the law does. Dealers and manufacturers routinely tell consumers their vehicles don’t qualify. Often they’re wrong. Get an independent legal evaluation before accepting that answer.
The most important documents are repair orders (showing each visit to the dealer), your purchase agreement, and warranty information. Don’t worry if you don’t have all of them — we can obtain repair records directly from manufacturers and dealers.
Yes, in most cases. You can continue driving your vehicle as long as it’s safe. Be aware that the manufacturer’s repurchase calculation includes a usage offset for miles driven, but this is typically modest and doesn’t significantly impact your recovery.

Minor inconveniences like a squeaky door or a loose cup holder typically can qualify. The defect must substantially impair the vehicle’s use, safety, or value. Multiple minor issues combined may strengthen your case.

EXAMPLES

  • Camera isn’t working
  • Screen freezes
  • Air condition issues
  • Check engine light goes on and off
 
Yes, used vehicles can be covered if they were sold with a manufacturer’s warranty still in effect or a certified pre-owned (CPO) warranty. Private party sales with no warranty are generally not covered.
 

EXAMPLES

  • A 2-year-old CPO Toyota with 1 year of factory warranty remaining — covered
  • A used car purchased from a dealership with a full manufacturer warranty — covered
  • A private sale “as-is” vehicle with no warranty — not covered
If your claim is successful, you may be entitled to a full or partial refund of the purchase price, a replacement vehicle of equal value, or a cash settlement. The manufacturer may also be required to cover your attorney’s fees.
 

EXAMPLES

  • Full buyback: original price, taxes, registration, and loan payoff returned
  • Replacement: a comparable new vehicle swapped in place of your lemon
  • Cash settlement: a negotiated payout without returning the vehicle
Yes. California Lemon Law covers leased vehicles in the same way it covers purchased ones, as long as the defect occurs during the manufacturer’s warranty period. If your leased car qualifies, you may be entitled to a refund of all payments made, cancellation of the lease, and reimbursement of fees.
 

EXAMPLES

  • A leased Honda with recurring transmission issues repaired 4 times — qualifies
  • Lease payments, down payment, and fees reimbursed upon a successful claim
  • Remaining lease obligation cancelled if the vehicle is deemed a lemon
This is one of the most common defenses manufacturers use. If the dealer cannot reproduce the issue, it does not automatically mean your claim is invalid. Keeping thorough records of when the problem occurs — including videos, written logs, and repair orders — can be critical evidence.
 

EXAMPLES

  • Recording a video on your phone each time the engine misfires
  • Keeping a written log with dates, mileage, and descriptions of each incident
  • Requesting that the dealer note “unable to replicate” in the repair order — this still counts as a repair attempt
Yes. If your vehicle qualifies as a lemon, the manufacturer’s buyback must include paying off your remaining loan balance. You should not be left with a debt on a vehicle you no longer have.
 

EXAMPLES

  • $18,000 remaining on your auto loan — manufacturer pays it off as part of the buyback
  • Down payment and most or all monthly payments already made are also refunded
  • You walk away with no remaining financial obligation to the lender
Mileage can affect the amount of your refund through what is called a “usage deduction,” which accounts for the miles you drove before the defect first appeared. However, high mileage alone does not disqualify your claim as long as the defect occurred within the warranty period.
 

EXAMPLES

  • Defect appeared at 5,000 miles — very small usage deduction applied to refund
  • Defect appeared at 20,000 miles — larger deduction, but claim can still be valid
  • Defect reported at 45,000 miles on a 50,000-mile warranty — still within coverage
Documentation is one of the most important parts of a successful Lemon Law case. You should hold on to everything related to your vehicle’s purchase and repair history from day one.
 

EXAMPLES

  • All repair orders and service records from the dealership
  • Your original purchase or lease agreement, warranty documents, and window sticker
  • Photos, videos, and a personal log noting dates and descriptions of each defect occurrence