It’s recently come to our attention that certain vehicles manufactured by Volkswagen have exhibited problematic timing chain / engine issues. We’d like to take moment and explore this problem in further detail, and suggest ways in which you might seek relief if you have, or currently are, experiencing this issue. The problem engine at hand […]

This 2015 Ford Mustang  incurred complaints about the following:  Squeaking noises from the left front at low speeds while turning, braking and accelerating.  Knocking noise from the rear when braking or accelerating.  Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:  Frame rail. In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you can get back […]

This 2017 Volkswagen GTI incurred complaints about the following:  Coolant leaks and thermostat issues.  Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:  Thermostat, thermostat housing, gaskets, temperature actuator and o-ring. In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you can get back your down-payment, all your payments, towing charges, rental vehicle charges as well […]

This 2017 Nissan Titan incurred complaints about the following:  Transmission banging into gear, loss of power in 4WD, ABS light and slip light on, wire harness connector torn.  Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:  Transmission and wiring harness. In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you can get back your down-payment, […]

This 2015 Honda Accord incurred complaints about the following:  Body noise, suspension, struts, knocking and/or clunking noises.  Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:  Struts and bearings. In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you can get back your down-payment, all your payments, towing charges, rental vehicle charges as well as have […]

This 2017 Subaru WRX incurred complaints about the following:  Smoking with a burning smell and an incorrect gear readout. Later it died and showed a check engine light.  It ran rough and was blowing black smoke out of the tailpipe. It also had shifter concerns with abnormal noises.  Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or […]

This 2015 Kia Optima incurred complaints about the following:  Engine noise, engine shut off, no start condition, seized engine and was in the shop 55 days.   Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:  Battery, starter, valve train, exhaust manifolds, radiator and engine adaptive values. In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you […]

This 2017 Ford Edge incurred complaints about the following:  Check engine light, wrench light and automatic transmission.  Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:  Automatic transmission, shaft, converter assembly, control assembly, pump assembly, solenoid assembly and gaskets. In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you can get back your down-payment, all your […]

We have helped dozens of people with the 2011-2016 Ford Focus and Ford Fiesta’s that had transmission issues before 60,000 miles. These vehicles exhibit shaking, shuddering and jerking.  They feel like the transmission is slipping.  These vehicles require diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement of the following:  Clutch assembly, transmission, reprogramming of the PCM/TCM, relearning of […]

This 2016 Tesla Model X incurred complaints about the following:  System sensors, doors, falcon door ghosting, windows, seats, seals throughout the vehicle, cup holders, wiring, batteries, active spoiler, appliques, both sun visors, the radio, stereo and sound system, the lift gate, rear spoiler, front roof, racetrack trim, wheel house liners, seat belts and defects causing […]

This 2012 Hyundai Sonata suffered from a no start engine condition with rattling noises, defects in the transmission and defects in the electrical system resulting in problems with the operation of the windows.  At the time of the settlement the vehicle had just over 60,000 miles on the odometer. Parts that were replaced are:  Flywheel, […]

This YEAR MAKE MODEL incurred complaints about the following:   Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:   In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you can get back your down-payment, all your payments, towing charges, rental vehicle charges as well as have all your attorney’s fees and costs paid.  Representing yourself against the […]

There are plenty of Ford Class Action lawsuit updates as well as other Ford “legal” news – read on for updates on various Ford legal proceedings – “MyFord Touch” is a class action claim and settlement process that affects certain owners of Ford and Lincoln vehicles sold or leased before August 9, 2013.  This class […]

Numerous transmission problems have been reported by owners of GMC Trucks – specifically the model years 2015–2017 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado trucks, to be specific. We at the California Lemon Law Expert office have spoken with consumers who have had vehicles which exhibited problems with sudden (and unsafe) downshifts, sudden and unexpected acceleration, delays […]

In this Blog, we examine and recommend a fantastic, free-to-use tool on the web that is great for checking the safety ratings, complaints, and “known issues” for any car.  We are referring to the excellent NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) website, one of the most user friendly and data-rich automotive resources available today. The […]

Recently Honda customers are complaining in increasing numbers of problems arising from faulty Navigation / Infotainment systems and may soon reach class action lawsuit status. We have also been made aware of charging issues (for the “Clarity” electric vehicle) also exhibiting faults. There are numerous online forums filled with customer complaints about these defective infotainment […]

Below is recent information on various problems affecting Ford F150 pickup trucks and the Ford Expedition SUV.  Various transmission problems have been discovered, and in some cases have resulted in legal action. In a proposed class action lawsuit, transmissions in the Ford F-150 truck allegedly will not shift into reverse gear unless the vehicle is […]

Ford Motor Co recently announced that it will recall 1.34 million 2015-17 Ford F-150 and 2017 Ford Super Duty trucks in North America to add water shields to side door latches at a cost of $267 million.  Ford said the safety recall is due to a latch which can freeze, or a bent or kinked […]

We at The CaliforiaLemonLawExpert.com  are assisting consumers who purchased or leased a 2011 through 2016 Ford Fiesta and 2012 through 2016 Ford Focus equipped with Ford’s Dual Clutch or “PowerShift” Transmission. The lawsuit, entitled Vargas, et al. v. Ford Motor Company (Case No. CV12-08388 AB (FFMx)), has been resolved by a proposed settlement that has […]

Thinking of buying a new car?  There are several things to take into consideration when purchasing a new car. One of the first things to decide, is what type of car are you looking for.  Are you looking for an affordable small car, a fuel-efficient SUV, a truck or a sporty convertible? What about make […]