Are LA Lemon Law Attorney Fees Paid by the Manufacturer?
Worried About Legal Costs? California Law May Cover Your Attorney Fees If you’re dealing with a defective vehicle in Los Angeles, one of your biggest concerns might be whether you can afford legal representation. The good news is that California’s Lemon Law specifically addresses this concern – in most cases, the manufacturer, not you, will […]
Why Do LA Lemon Law Buybacks Need DMV Titles?
Your Lemon Vehicle’s Title Brand Protects Future Buyers Imagine discovering your certified pre-owned car was actually a manufacturer buyback due to recurring defects. California requires DMV title branding for Lemon Law buybacks to prevent this. When manufacturers repurchase defective vehicles under California’s Lemon Law, they must retitle the vehicle in their name and permanently mark […]
Chevy Equinox Recall: Pedestrian Sound Alerts Too Quiet
Certain 2025–2026 Chevrolet Equinox EVs have been recalled because their pedestrian warning sounds may not play at the correct volume when driving at low speeds. Pedestrian alert systems are required by federal law because electric vehicles are typically much quieter than gasoline-powered vehicles, which produce engine noise that pedestrians can hear more easily. Electric vehicles […]
GM L87 Engine Seizures and Failures: What You Need to Know
General Motors’ 6.2L V8 engine failures have prompted a safety recall for more than half a million Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac trucks and SUVs. GM’s Safety Recall N252494001 was issued to address this engine defect. GM vehicles equipped with the 6.2L engine type experienced engine failures at highway speeds, often at low mileages. Affected vehicle […]
Can Military Personnel Use California Lemon Law for Out-of-State Cars?
Military Service Shouldn’t Mean Sacrificing Consumer Protection You’ve served your country with honor, stationed at a California military base, but your vehicle purchased before deployment or in another state keeps breaking down. California recognizes the unique challenges service members face. Full-time active-duty members of the Armed Forces who were stationed or residing in California at […]
When Does 30 Days in Shop Trigger LA Lemon Law Attorney Rights?
Your New Car Has Been in the Shop for Weeks – Now What? You’re on day 25 without your vehicle, relying on rideshares while your new car sits in the repair shop. If you’re facing extended repair times, California law provides specific protections when repairs drag on too long. Understanding when repair time triggers lemon […]
Does Your LA Lemon Law Case Qualify Under Song-Beverly Act Rules?
Your New Car Won’t Stop Breaking Down – What California Law Says About Your Rights If your new car cannot be repaired, you may be entitled to a replacement or refund under California’s Lemon Law. This consumer protection statute, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, provides clear remedies when manufacturers fail to fix substantial defects. When […]
4 State Agencies Your LA Lemon Law Attorney Contacts for Help
When Your New Car Turns Sour: How California Agencies Support Your Lemon Law Case You’ve taken your new vehicle to the dealership four times for the same issue, and it still isn’t fixed. The frustration builds each time you hear "we’ll need to order a part" or "we can’t replicate the problem." If this sounds […]
BMW Recalls 36,922 X3 Models For Steering Control Software Issues
BMW has recalled more than 36,000 model year 2025–2026 X3 SUVs after a video of a rented 2026 BMW X3’s steering wheel moving on its own was traced to a software-related defect. A steering control software glitch can cause unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is starting up or stationary, according to the recall. […]
Dodge, Ram Recall Nearly 220K Vehicles For Rearview Camera Issues
Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 220,000 Dodge Journey and Ram ProMaster vehicles due to rearview camera displays that fail to show proper footage during a backup event. Dodge and Ram drivers may notice a blank, black, blue or inverted screen instead of a rearview camera image. Failure of rearview camera displays violates Federal Motor Vehicle […]