Posts Tagged ‘Lemon’

Q&A: Does anyone know anything about used car lemon laws in California?

Question by Jessica: Does anyone know anything about used car lemon laws in California?

I bought a used 2006 Pontiac G6 in 2007. The car seemed to have been in great condition. Shortly after the brakes went bad. I got them replaced. Again, steering was shaking and the brakes seemed bad. I changed the brakes regularly. I recently got my rodors turned, which seemed to help for about a week. I opened my back door to put my niece in her carseat and then opened the front door to put my purse in my seat…. my side panel completely ripped off the rear door. I ran a carfax and found that the vehicle had been in an accident. This was never disclosed to me at the time of purchase. I got a copy of the accident report from the police department. It said the accident was a 3 and their ratings are from 1 being the least, 5 being the worst. The accident said LSD-3, which is left side distributed… which is where my panel ripped off. I took it to the manufacture dealership and they replaced my panel on the back door, but not the front one. I started having more and more issues with the shaking of the steering wheel and pumping of the brakes. It did not matter how fast, or slow… the steering shakes bad. The car also pulls to the right really bad… and my tires go bad quickly. I took it to the dealership I purchased it from and talked to the General Manager, who said he had his legal department look into it. They did nothing. Said they would fix my car, did not fix my car. Said that his parts and repair manager fully inspected my vehicle and that he saw it had been in another accident: Rear ended. He showed me where the rear spoiler and bumper had been replaced with after market screws and a slightly different paint color and basically accused me of having been the one to wreck the car. I have never wrecked this car. This is exactly how I bought the car off of their lot. He said it would be their word against mine and that they would never put a car that looked like that on their lot so that it would basically be a waste of time to do anything about it. Is this true? I feel like I have a case against them. I believe the brakes are bad because of the accident that happened before I owned the car. There is paint on the trunk liner where they didn’t cover with plastic when they did the overspray and the screws are chrome, they didn’t paint over them. Can anyone who has been in a similar situation please help me out, or give me some advice? Thank you!!!

Best answer:

Answer by Bob M
I’ve heard rumors that there’s a woman in Idaho who might know.

Give your answer to this question below!

California Lemon Law: Top Five Defects Revealed

Logo – White

Glendale, CA (PRWEB) July 25, 2010

Leading California lemon law firm, Norman Taylor & Associates released their mid year figures for the top five lemon law defects. At the heart of every lemon law case are the defects. In a survey of recent lemon law cases the report shows the following defects to be most often associated with lemon law cases:

1. Engine defects – 34%

2. Transmission defects – 20%

3. Suspension defects – 14%

4. Fuel systems defects – 9%

5. Safety systems – 6%

“If there was a sample size of a thousand, the percentages would be strikingly similar with engine defects topping the list,” asserted Norman Taylor, who has been practicing lemon law in California since 1987.

“A more interesting observation is that once a chain of defects gets started, it seems to continue rather than being completely repaired the first time a consumer takes the vehicle in,” stated Norman Taylor, who has been practicing lemon law in California since 1987. “Very seldom is it seen where the vehicle was taken in for a first attempt to repair the engine and never taken back for the same thing.”

With over 23 years of experience practicing California lemon law, Norman Taylor & Associates has found that a very real issue that connects directly to lemon law cases is the number of poorly done or incorrectly done repairs that subsequently lead to lemon law cases. Many complaints that required repeated visits were due to the inability to duplicate the defect at the dealership. As a result, dealerships were not authorized to complete any repairs without properly diagnosing the problem. In turn, consumers were left no choice but to relentlessly take the vehicle in several times thereafter to diagnose the defect.

Once a reasonable opportunity to repair has been provided to the manufacturer or dealership acting on its behalf, consumers may be able to pursue a claim if the defect substantially impairs he use, value, or safety of the vehicle and the first repair attempt was addressed during the warranty period. The California lemon law, also known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act was enacted to protect consumers with repetitive defects that are never properly repaired.

# # #

California Lemon Law: Top Five Defects Revealed

Logo – White

Glendale, CA (PRWEB) July 25, 2010

Leading California lemon law firm, Norman Taylor & Associates released their mid year figures for the top five lemon law defects. At the heart of every lemon law case are the defects. In a survey of recent lemon law cases the report shows the following defects to be most often associated with lemon law cases:

1. Engine defects – 34%

2. Transmission defects – 20%

3. Suspension defects – 14%

4. Fuel systems defects – 9%

5. Safety systems – 6%

“If there was a sample size of a thousand, the percentages would be strikingly similar with engine defects topping the list,” asserted Norman Taylor, who has been practicing lemon law in California since 1987.

“A more interesting observation is that once a chain of defects gets started, it seems to continue rather than being completely repaired the first time a consumer takes the vehicle in,” stated Norman Taylor, who has been practicing lemon law in California since 1987. “Very seldom is it seen where the vehicle was taken in for a first attempt to repair the engine and never taken back for the same thing.”

With over 23 years of experience practicing California lemon law, Norman Taylor & Associates has found that a very real issue that connects directly to lemon law cases is the number of poorly done or incorrectly done repairs that subsequently lead to lemon law cases. Many complaints that required repeated visits were due to the inability to duplicate the defect at the dealership. As a result, dealerships were not authorized to complete any repairs without properly diagnosing the problem. In turn, consumers were left no choice but to relentlessly take the vehicle in several times thereafter to diagnose the defect.

Once a reasonable opportunity to repair has been provided to the manufacturer or dealership acting on its behalf, consumers may be able to pursue a claim if the defect substantially impairs he use, value, or safety of the vehicle and the first repair attempt was addressed during the warranty period. The California lemon law, also known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act was enacted to protect consumers with repetitive defects that are never properly repaired.

# # #

More California Lemon Law Press Releases

Norman Taylor & Associates, the California Lemon Law vs. Goliaths Announce Improved Website, Additional Resources and Extensive Help

Glendale, CA (PRWEB) January 9, 2008

For 21 years, Norman Taylor has been fighting the good fight. The battle is typically the same against corporate goliaths such as Ford, GMC, Mercedes, BMW, Fleetwood and Toyota; his firms have fought over 6,000 California Lemon Law battles. They have won in excess of 0,000,000 dollars in prize money, money that was returned to individuals who would otherwise have endlessly struggled with defective vehicles that never get fixed. It’s not really prize money, it’s a metaphor, but the money they recovered for clients represents days, weeks and months of wasted or unnecessary trips to the dealership for unending repairs to their defective vehicles.

Says Taylor; “I always wanted to work in an area of the law where right and wrong were clear cut. As we approach our 21st anniversary doing the Lemon Law we do not foresee any shortage of work. Manufacturers and their bean counters will likely never cease manufacturing poor products that wind up in the hands of unsuspecting consumers.”

“Selecting this area of the law wasn’t a hard decision,” says Taylor. “It’s important to know that you’re fighting for the good guys, and that means individual automobile, motor home, recreational vehicle, boat and motorcycle owners.”

In 1991 Norman Taylor co-authored the first comprehensive book on the California Lemon Law. It quickly became the standard for individual vehicle owners and was even used as a desk reference by manufactures when evaluating California claims. In 2004 Norman Taylor authored yet another book entitled Lemon Law, The Standard Reference Guide (available at http://www.lemonattorneys.com), which has enjoyed wide sales, distribution and use.

As a well-known expert in the field, Mr. Norman Taylor was invited by the Judicial Task Force of the California Supreme Court to assist in writing standardized jury instructions for Lemon Law cases. Norman Taylor & Associates is proud to be an advocate for those whose rights as vehicle owners have been abused.

Norman Taylor has been a part of the Los Angeles community for many years. He is a staunch advocate of individual and human rights. Working with the Lemon Law is a natural extension of his philosophy of providing assistance to those who need an advocate when they take on the Goliaths of this world.

Contact: Robin Shereshevsky

Norman Taylor & Associates

425 West Broadway Suite 220

Glendale, California 91204

(877) 768-7227

(818) 244-3905

http://www.normantaylor.com

###

More California Lemon Law Press Releases

Modey Lemon

Modey Lemon

Modey Lemon
List Price: 11.99
Price: 8.99

Lemon Law: A Manual for Consumers

Ca Lemon-aid for Consumers: California Arbitration Certification Program: California Lemon Law (0504806068)

Lemon Law – The Standard Reference Guide
- You paid a pot full of money for a new car and it’s been at the dealer’s over and over for the same problems,
- You thought you …

Have you used the Ca. Lemon Law against Ford? Does the dealer have the power to exchange a bad car?

Question by TheDuke: Have you used the Ca. Lemon Law against Ford? Does the dealer have the power to exchange a bad car?

I have a 2007 Ford Ranger that has trans problems (they think). They have tried twice to fix it and it’s still at the dealership. I’m frustrated. Any suggestions? I live in California. Thanks

Best answer:

Answer by safd31
I dont know how it is in Cali. However from what Ive heard if a vehicle keeps going in for constant repairs on the same thing and within a certain time period it falls itnot the lemon law. The only thing I can suggest is found out if the lmon law is the same for the all the states.

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Does the lemon law apply to a salvaged car bought privately?

Question by javier5857: Does the lemon law apply to a salvaged car bought privately?

Im in California and i bought a car with a warped frame, we weren’t made aware of this at the time of purchase, but it was made as is with no warranty.

so my question is, is it illegal for them to sell me a car without me being made aware of this.

i asked a CHP officer and he said it was illegal to drive with the frame crooked.

Best answer:

Answer by Mike M
No,As is means,as is.

What do you think? Answer below!

CA Lemon Law?

Question by 06tiburon: CA Lemon Law?

when you file a lemon law case in california do you (the consumer) have to pay the attorney? or does the car maker have to pay those fee’s?

Best answer:

Answer by Kevin k
You can try to add the lawyer’s fees as part of your damages, but whether or not the judge will award you anything is up to the courts.

What do you think? Answer below!

Lemon Laws in California?

Question by gangsta95620: Lemon Laws in California?

I recently purchased a 1997 Toyota Corolla from a used car dealer “as is”. As I understand it as long as I didn’t sign any thing that clearly states “(1) The goods are being sold on an “as is” or “with all faults”
basis.
(2) The entire risk as to the quality and performance of the goods
is with the buyer.
(3) Should the goods prove defective following their purchase, the
buyer and not the manufacturer, distributor, or retailer assumes the
entire cost of all necessary servicing or repair.”
I am still protected by Lemon Laws in California. The problem I’m having with the car is that the Braking fluid is where the steering fluid should be and visa versa. Both my braking and steering were about to fail and it will cost ~00 to fix. With this in mind it must be considered that I could of been killed along with pedestrians and I was sold an extremely dangerous car. Am I entitled to compensation?
Just to clarify, now I realize I have no protection under Lemon Laws. However this isn’t about the car being defective. It is about the HUGE saftey hazard this vehicle posed to the public.

Best answer:

Answer by John B
California Lemon Laws and the federal Lemon Law (the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act) provide for compensation to California consumers of defective automobiles and trucks and other vehicles and products including motorcycles, RV’s, boats, computers and other consumer appliances and products. To qualify under the California Lemon Law or the federal Lemon Law, you must generally have a product that suffered multiple repair attempts under the manufacturer’s factory warranty. Lemon Law compensation can include a refund, replacement or cash compensation. If you think you qualify for a Lemon Law, click here http://www.carlemon.com/formlemon.aspx for a free California Lemon Law case review or for an immediate evaluation, simply fax or email your repair records to 866-773-6152 or help@CarLemon.com. An experienced Lemon Law attorney will personally review your inquiry and records and quickly contact you for a free consultation..

there is a four-year statute of limitations to bring a law suit for breach of warranty or for violations

Add your own answer in the comments!

Questions about lemon law on a used vehicle in california?

Question by alldayworker: Questions about lemon law on a used vehicle in california?

I have recently purchased a used audi 2005 a4 quattro the vehicle is still under the factory warranty. To my knowledge. This vehicle was in the shop for airbag problem. I had purchased the car with remainder of the factory warranty on it. The car went back in the shop 2 weeks ago for the same issue and over the prior weeknd the air bag light has gone on again.I drove the car to audi and now they want to rip out the old airbag an put new air bag on the drivers side and they say it is a safety issue and will not return the car to me until it is fixed. My concern this is going to be a major issue with this car now they are tearing the dash apart and who knows what else is going to happen. Like they say once they start ripping it apart it will never be the same. Luckily audi is popping for everything even the rental but out of the 6 weeks ive owned the car its been in there for 2 of them. Even though i didnt buy the car from audi do i have a case gainst them being this car is still warrant

Best answer:

Answer by purevil69420
if im not mistaken it has to be in the shop 3 times for the exact samething everytime, now it sounds like it has but at least they are trying o fix it. If its the driver side air bag its in the steering wheel and they shouldnt have to tear the dash apart to get it out, it just comes out of the steering wheel. And I would go suing the company personally, sounds like they are doing all the can to fix it. If they werent then thats when I would go after the LOT u bought it from, not Audi. Its the lots fault for intentionally selling a lemon.or bad car. But I would wait and see what happens first. Sounds like they are doing a good job trying to fix it, a rental and all, damn thats good.

What do you think? Answer below!