California Lemon Law - You Bought a Lemon So What You Don't Know Totally Can Hurt You!
September 11, 2009
When we purchase a vehicle from an automobile or truck dealership, we seem to forget that we, as the customer, has many rights. Some of them are inherent in fair business practices, while others are state and federal laws. The california lemon law also known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act was passed so that the California vehicle consumer would have protection if and when a vehicle which is a “lemon” is purchased.
Who does this law apply to? The california lemon law which covers vehicles that are lemons applies to any vehicle which the dealership fails to repair within the warranty period. The law gives them a reasonable amount of times to do so.
Even though there isn’t any number of times that the auto or truck has gone to the repair shop, the law says that if the vehicle is in the shop for a total of more than 30 days. This california lemon law covers that. But, speaking about that, obviously, that is total number of days, not consecutive. But please understand, I’m not an attorney and only your lawyer can assess your situation and will apply the law to your particular case.
There are conditions for your vehicle to meet to qualify for this law to cover you. But if your vehicle does meet the conditions, then your auto or truck manufacturer has to refund your money as well as paying off the balance you have regarding your vehicle loan. The other option is that they can replace your vehicle with one that is similar or better. That is stated in the California Lemon Law.
Is your vehicle over 18 months old? You can still apply to qualify if that is the case as well!
Is your vehicle used or leased? Is it an RV or a motorcycle or boat? If none of them are being used for business and you have problems with them that qualify, then this law will cover those as well.
There is much more that is involved with this law and much more that you can apply for. Many times an attorney that is a specialist in this area (which is the only kind of attorney you should get) will give you a free evaluation and let you know if you qualify under the California Lemon Law. And many of them will do it without any out of pocket expense.
Let this law work for you! If you think you might have a lemon, wait no longer! Get a free evaluation and let a professional determine what your next step should be.
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