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Volkswagen Lemon Law

If your Volkswagen Tiguan, Jetta, Golf, Atlas, Taos, or another model has recurring issues that won’t go away, our Volkswagen Lemon Law lawyers can assist with a buyback, refund, or vehicle repurchase under Volkswagen lemon law protections.

Lemon Law Help can answer any questions you have about your potentially defective Volkswagen with a free consultation. If you decide to proceed with a Volkswagen lemon law case, we offer free legal representation and assist you in obtaining cash compensation, a vehicle replacement, or a buyback under the California Lemon Law.

Why Work With Our Lemon Law Lawyers?

Dealing with manufacturers and taking on a giant like Volkswagen can feel like a losing battle, but that isn’t the case. While their legal teams are trained to delay cases, deny issues, and downplay what you have to say, you have the option of working with a California Volkswagen lemon law attorney who can make it clear that you’re serious and will not be outmatched. 

At Lemon Law Help, we make the process clear for you, and we do it at no upfront cost. We offer this free representation to help you get a vehicle replacement, cash compensation, or support through a buyback, all so you can resolve this issue and get back on the road in a safe, working vehicle. And, if you win your case, your legal fees will be paid by the manufacturer. You have nothing to lose. 

Our team is exclusively focused on lemon laws in California, and we’re based in the state. That means we not only know the laws here but also experience everything just like you do. We know how lemons affect consumers, and we’re here to help. We offer personalized support and a quick response time because we know that every second counts when you’re dealing with the stress of a lemon. 

We have built a strong record of success, holding Volkswagen responsible for its actions under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. We have handled hundreds of claims like yours, and now it’s your turn to get the help you need. 

Contact us to speak with us about your case. We’ll give it a thorough, careful evaluation to determine the best options to help you move forward. We can help you get the remedies you deserve. Don’t wait. 

Top 8 Volkswagen Issues

Auto manufacturers will sometimes release faulty cars, trucks and other vehicles to the public. Volkswagen is no exception, which is why you may meet the requirements for a Volkswagen lemon law case.

If you suspect that your Volkswagen Golf, Tiguan, Jetta, Atlas, Taos and other VW models are defective, look for the following signs:

  •  Check Engine Light turns on
  •  Brake noises (grinding, squealing)
  •  Random, unexpected braking
  •  Shuddering and jerking while driving
  •  Electrical issues
  •  Loss of power while driving
  •  Steering locks up
  •  Engine failure
  •  Vehicle thumps
  •  Transmission Failure

If these symptoms or any other vehicle problems repeatedly appear, your VW may be a lemon. Consult an attorney to discuss your lemon law rights and learn what Volkswagen lemon law can do for you.

Volkswagen Lemon Law Rules

If your Volkswagen car or SUV has an issue that affects its use, value or safety, and it has not been repaired to conform to the manufacturer’s warranty within a reasonable number of repair visits, your Volkswagen could be considered a lemon under the California Lemon Law.

Your Volkswagen could be covered under the California Lemon Law if you bought the vehicle new from a dealership in California with the original manufacturer’s warranty and set it aside for personal, family or household use. Certain exceptions to these Volkswagen lemon law rules exist for small business owners and members of the military.

Your Volkswagen may be presumed a lemon if within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles (whichever comes first):

  • You had four or more repair attempts for a vehicle issue,
  • You had two or more repair attempts for a serious safety issue, or
  • Your Volkswagen was in the shop for more than 30 cumulative days for an issue, and,
  • You went through arbitration and did not get a favorable outcome.

Learn more about common lemon symptoms in these Volkswagen models:

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Volkswagen Vehicle Defect History

Dieselgate

To date, the most notorious case of Volkswagen’s company-wide fraud is the aptly named “Dieselgate” scandal that came to light in 2015.

Volkswagen developed a line of diesel cars that sold well in Europe, and wanted to expand its market to the United States. However, the United States had fairly strict regulations of diesel vehicle emissions, such as nitrogen oxide (NOx). On top of that, restricting toxic emissions from diesel cars could result in a decrease in fuel efficiency, thus defeating the purpose of their appeal.

Volkswagen’s diesel cars were found to have software that allowed the cars to cheat federal and state emissions tests. When the diesel cars were in test environments, they passed the tests with flying colors. However, when those cars are on the road, the software shuts off emissions controls and allows the diesel cars to emit close to 40 times the legal limit of NOx and other toxic pollutants.

Volkswagen’s misconduct did not stop there. In 2015, the company issued a recall of the diesel cars. As part of the recall, the company installed new cheating software that allowed the diesel cars to fraudulently pass more sophisticated emissions tests. Not only that, Volkswagen set up a research company in order to carry out fraudulent research on the effects of diesel pollutants on human health.

Volkswagen only came clean about the cheat devices after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) threatened not to certify its 2016 lineups for sale in the United States. Volkswagen later pleaded guilty and was charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States, wire fraud, violation of the Clean Air Act, obstruction of justice, and importation of goods by false statement.

The settlement to the lawsuit filed against Volkswagen cost the automaker $14.7 billion. Roughly $10 billion from the Dieselgate settlement went to compensating American owners of Volkswagen diesel vehicles.

Take Action—Speak With a California Volkswagen Lemon Law Attorney Today

If your Volkswagen keeps ending up in the shop and you find you can’t seem to keep up with it breaking down, then you may be dealing with a lemon. You don’t have to keep putting up with this stress in your life; there is help available through one of our Volkswagen defect lawyers. 

California’s Lemon Law protects you and your rights. You may be entitled to a refund, a replacement vehicle, or cash compensation for everything you’ve been through. We can help. At Lemon Law Help, we focus on helping you get what you need from the big manufacturers — without the delays. We handle all the nitty-gritty, from paperwork and deadlines to negotiating for the compensation you deserve. Best of all, you pay nothing unless we win your case. 

Ready to learn more? Get a free consultation by calling us at our toll-free number: 833-208-8181. We’re here to fight for you.

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