THE CALIFORNIA LEMON LAW PROCESS

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CALIFORNIA VEHICLE LEMON LAW PROCESS

If your motor vehicle doesn’t meet the manufacturer’s warranty after it’s undergone a reasonable amount of repairs then it could be classified as a lemon and you may be entitled to a replacement or refund.
If it’s determined that your vehicle is not determined to be a lemon, then you may be entitled to cash compensation under the California lemon laws for the reduced value of your vehicle.
In the state of California, the lemon laws do apply to new or used, leased or bought vehicles that were sold with a written warranty.
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If you have any questions as to whether or not your vehicle qualifies as a Lemon under California Lemon Laws then you should contact the Alpha Law Firm at: (323)51-LEMON (53666).

If your vehicle qualifies under California’s Lemon Laws, then you could may be eligible for one of the following:

What Are My Refund/Buyback Options in California?

If you bought your vehicle and it’s a lemon, then your refund may include the following:
  • 1. Your monthly payments and your down payment
  • 2. Any collateral charges which include your finance charges, sales tax, along with your service contracts and prorated registration.
  • 3. Consequential and incidental expenses related to your vehicle that is a lemon which can include the costs of any rental vehicles or towing expenses.
  • 4. Payment of the balance of your car loan.
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Please note that if you are not the original owner of your vehicle, your refund will be based on the purchase price, not what the original owner paid for the vehicle.
If you leased your motor vehicle and it turns out it’s a lemon, your refund will then include the following:
  • 1. Your down payment and lease payments
  • 2. Collateral charges such as sales tax, any finance charges, and your service contracts and prorated registration.
  • 3. Consequential and incidental expenses such as cost of towing and rental cars
  • 4. Payment of any remaining lease obligations you may have.

What About A Replacement Vehicle?

If the motor vehicle you purchased is a lemon and you are offered a replacement vehicle, the replacement vehicle must be:
  • 1. Almost identical to the vehicle you bought or leased as it existed at the time you took possession of the vehicle.
  • 2. Have a service contract – if applicable
  • 3. Have any rustproofing, undercoating, or other factory options that were included in your original vehicle.
Additionally, the manufacturer of the vehicle will be responsible for any license and registration fees and sales tax. The balance of your lease or car loan term will stay with the replacement vehicle.
Before you take possession of your replacement vehicle, if you purchased the vehicle you should contact your lender to learn how they will handle your existing loan. You may be required to obtain a new loan with different terms and conditions. You will also be responsible for any difference in the price of your original vehicle and your replacement vehicle.

What is a Mileage Offset Formula?

If you have a lemon and you receive a replacement or refund, the manufacturer of the vehicle can deduct an offset for the time you drove your vehicle before it had trouble. 

The offset mileage formula is calculated by multiplying your purchase price by the mileage on your vehicle at the time it was first taken in for repair that caused your car to be labeled as a lemon. Then you divide that amount by 120,000 that is the average life expectancy of a vehicle in California.

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What About Cash Compensation in California?

If the trouble you’re having with your vehicle doesn’t meet the level of it being a lemon, you could be able to receive cash compensation for the diminished value of your vehicle as a result of your problems.

In this type of situation, the manufacturer of your vehicle often will pay you what is referred to as a “cash and keep” type of settlement. This means that you keep your vehicle and get some money for the problems you’ve had with the vehicle. 

Additionally, any remaining warranty will remain in full force and effect.

You Need a California Lemon Law Lawyer!

Going up against a big car manufacturer can be a daunting task. We are here to assist you. 

If you have concerns, questions, or have a motor vehicle that you think is a lemon, contact the knowledgeable and experienced attorneys at Alpha Law Firm at: (323)51-LEMON (53666).

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