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Lemon Law California

Lemon Law in California is a state law. It protects the rights of consumers with problematic motor vehicles. Learn more here: http://www.lemonlawcourt.com/

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Lemon Law California

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  1. What is California Lemon Law all About? The Margarian Law Firm

  2. Definition of Lemon A lemon car may be defined as one that has got too many defects and/or problems that hinder its effective operation and may cause injuries and even fatalities.

  3. The Lemon Law Lemon Law (Federal Law) Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act CA lemon law (state law) Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act Other state Lemon Laws For more: http://www.lemonlawcourt.com/car-consumer-guide/faq/

  4. Vehicles covered by the CA Lemon Law New motor vehicle The chassis cab of a motor home A dealer-owned vehicle A demonstrator vehicle Other vehicle sold with a manufacturer’s new car warranty

  5. Vehicles covered by the CA Lemon Law The vehicle must: • Be used mainly for personal, family or household purposes • Have a gross vehicle weight no more than 10,000 pounds • Be used mainly for business purposes by any person or business to which at least 1 but not more than 5 motor vehicles are registered in California 10,000 pounds

  6. Vehicles covered by the CA Lemon Law The motor vehicle must have been: • Purchased or leased in California • Purchased or leased by a full-time active duty member of the Armed Forces who was registered or residing in California at the time of purchase or lease or at the time the claim is filed

  7. Problems covered by the CA Lemon Law The lemon law covers vehicles with malfunctions that: • Are covered by the manufacturer’s written new vehicle warranty • Substantially impair the value, use, or safety of the vehicle to the consumer

  8. Problems NOT covered by the CA Lemon Law The California lemon law does not cover vehicle problems that have arisen due to owner negligence and abuse.

  9. Reasonable number of repair attempts If, within 18 months from delivery or 18,000 miles on the vehicle odometer: The same problem resulted in a condition that could lead to a fatality and if the vehicle has been subject to repairs at least twice by the manufacturer and the owner has at least once directly notified the manufacturer about the need for repair.

  10. Reasonable number of repair attempts If, within 18 months from delivery or 18,000 miles on the vehicle odometer: The same problem has been subject to repair four or more times by the manufacturer and the consumer has at least once directly notified the manufacturer that the vehicle needs repair

  11. Reasonable number of repair attempts If, within 18 months from delivery or 18,000 miles on the vehicle odometer: The vehicle has been out of service forover 30 calendar days (cumulatively) due to repair of one or more nonconformities by the manufacturer.

  12. Remedies under the CA Lemon Law Repurchaseofownedvehicles Repurchaseofleasedvehicles Replacement

  13. Most common vehicle defects Unintended Acceleration Defective Airbags Defective Seatbelts Engine Defects Defective Tires Brake Failure For more: http://www.lemonlawcourt.com/common-car-defects/#.U7AV7fmSxzo

  14. Who to turn to? If you think you have got a LEMON, you should contact a Lemon Law attorney in your state.

  15. The Margarian Law Firm 801 N Brand Blvd, Ste 210 Glendale, California http://margarianlaw.com/ (818)-553-1000

  16. Thank you!

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