2017 Subaru WRX Lemon Law Settlement

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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 replacement are:  Manual transmission, flywheel assembly, disk complete clutch, oil seal, mass air flow sensor and air duct to air inner-cooler.

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 big manufacturers puts you at a disadvantage. 

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2015 Kia Optima Lemon Law Settlement

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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 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 big manufacturers puts you at a disadvantage. 

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2017 Ford Edge Lemon Law Settlement Santa Clara County

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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 payments, towing charges, rental vehicle charges as well as have all your attorney’s fees and costs paid.  Representing yourself against the big manufacturers puts you at a disadvantage. 

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2011-2016 Ford Focus and Ford Fiesta Lemon Law Settlements

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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 the bell housing, and seal replacement.

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 big manufacturers puts you at a disadvantage. 

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2016 Tesla Model X Lemon Law Settlement-Placer County

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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 abnormal noises from various parts of the vehicle, including clicking, rattling, squeaking and vibrating.  There were complaints of failures in the brake lights, taillights and leaking. There were also complaints about the leather interior, stitching on the carpet and improper alignment throughout the vehicle. There were also complaints about warping of trim, discoloration of glass seals, suspension, the HVAC system, and the charging port. 

 Parts that required diagnosis, adjustment, repair or replacement are:  Door handles, firmware, door shells, body closures, falcon doors, door sensors, ultrasonic sensors, right front window, seat backs, glass seals, door glass regulators, re calibration of door regulator, cup holders, seat covers, pads and trim, seat assembly, b-pillar fitment, cinch motor, seat calibration, applique and applique adhesive, batteries, key fob, sound dampening material, door trim, lift gate glass trim, motorized door latch, spoiler grommets, sun visors, torque screws, racetrack trim, wheel house liners, falcon door seals, taillight assembly, fender garnish, door latches, brake light, fog/reverse lights and leather on seats.

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 big manufacturers puts you at a disadvantage. 

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2012 Hyundai Sonata Lemon Law Settlement Sacramento County

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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, Starter, Alternator, Body Control Module (BCM), Window Switch and the Mobile Telematics System (MTS) Module.

In a statutory repurchase of a lemon vehicle you can get back your down-payment, all your payments, towing charges, rental charges as well as your attorney’s fees and costs.  Handling this yourself against the big manufacturers puts you at a disadvantage. 

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YEAR MAKE MODEL Lemon Law Settlement COUNTY County

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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 big manufacturers puts you at a disadvantage. 

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FORD MY TOUCH NOT VERY TOUCHING; EXPLORER’S ROUGH SEATS

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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 action suit centers around the defects encountered when attempting to use the devices, which include unresponsiveness to voice commands, errors in driving directions, and general freezes and software crashes.   The states that are included in this lawsuit include California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia and Washington.  Information on the status of this lawsuit can be found here.

Compensation for those who successfully submit valid claims ranges from $45-$400.

In other Ford news, the company announced earlier that certain Ford Explorer models have been recalled due to reports of injuries occurring from rough edges on the seats.  Some 300,000 units, from the 2017 Explorer model year are being recalled due to some seat frames having sharp edges, the company said in a press release.

This affects only Ford Explorers equipped with power seats, the automaker said, further adding that owners should avoid contact with the seat frame edge until a repair is completed by dealers. To fix the problem, Ford dealers will install tape (!) to the exposed edge at no charge to owners.

If you have questions about these or any other Ford Class action lawsuits, including the PowerShift transmission settlement, please call us at 916-672-8443 for a complimentary consultation regarding your rights.

Don’t want your vehicle seats taped up?  Having other Ford problems?  Please remember: if you have a vehicle which is under the manufacturer’s warranty, you are entitled to fair treatment and getting your problem fixed in a timely manner.  If not, you might qualify for a repurchase or refund on your vehicle.  It helps to understand your rights as a consumer, and the California Lemon Law expert is here to help you or someone you may know who is in this situation. If your vehicle is not functioning properly and is under warranty, you have rights under the law that you need to thoroughly understand. Call us today for a free, no charge consultation at 916-672-8443.

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GMC Truck Transmissions Causing Headaches

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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 shifting, and other problems.

The biggest concern is of course for the driver and occupant safety. Shifting problems can cause a severe safety concern, since the vehicle may be towing, or on the freeway while merging (or avoiding) nearby traffic.

Typically, an owner will return to the dealership, where the transmission is then usually ‘reprogrammed’ or (yeah, my favorite) ‘software updated’ to attempt to correct the problem. We see numerous failed attempts to correct these transmission problems.

This problem was widespread enough to where the issue eventually turned in to a filed proposed class action lawsuit, but apparently GM has succeeded in convincing the court not to proceed. General Motors filed a motion to dismiss the truck lawsuit and apparently have succeeded in convincing the judge a nationwide class action could not proceed. Even though General Motors breached implied warranties, it is up to that particular state law in determining further action and remedy for the plaintiff. Further, the judge did allow a claim for breach of express warranty, and because that claim survived, so did a claim concerning the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

Do you know the difference between Magnuson-Moss, Song-Beverly, and Guns n’ Roses? (Hint: One is Federal, one is California’s Lemon Law, and one is on tour right now). When your warranted vehicle is showing problems, do you care? Of course not, you need the problem fixed – at THEIR expense, not yours.  They are the ones who provide the warranty, after all. Call us for a free, no charge consultation at 916-672-8443.

Please remember: if you have a vehicle AND it is under the manufacturer’s warranty, you are entitled to fair treatment and getting the problem fixed in a timely manner. In many cases, the manufacturer will repurchase your vehicle, and may even have to pay civil penalties and or reimbursement of your expenses. It helps to understand your rights as a consumer, and the California Lemon Law expert is here to help you or someone you may know who is in this situation. If your vehicle is not functioning properly and is under warranty, you have rights under the law that you need to thoroughly understand. Call us today for a free, no charge consultation at 916-672-8443.

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CHECK THE SAFETY OF YOUR VEHICLE

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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 US Government maintains this excellent online repository, and of course it’s free for anyone to utilize.  Ford, Honda, Volkwagen, GMC – they’re all here.  Want to check the safety rating of a vehicle you own, or are thinking about purchasing? How about open recalls? Consumer complaints? Yes, they’re all here, in one easy to use, user friendly layout.  

Upon landing at the NHTSA website home page, you’ll be presented with an easy to navigate, clutter free menu.  The first two menu choices – Ratings and Recalls – are where you’ll want to start.  Click “Ratings” and enter the year, make and model in the large search box.  You’ll be presented with a list of available models / options.  By clicking on the correct model, you’ll enter the database itself, where you’ll be presented with a plethora of useful information, ranging from safety ratings, recalls, complaints, and investigations.   You may also search by VIN number of the vehicle.

We highly recommend savvy car owners to utilize this website.  We were especially impressed with the vast amount of data available that is presented in a well laid-out, user friendly format.  All of the information you’d ever want relating to a particular automobile can be easily located on this excellent, free-to-use online resource.  

Please remember : if you have a vehicle AND it is under the manufacturer’s warranty, you are entitled to fair treatment and getting the problem fixed in a timely manner.  We at the California Lemon Law Expert can help!  In many cases, the manufacturer will repurchase your vehicle, and may even have to pay civil penalties and or reimbursement of your expenses. It helps to understand your rights as a consumer, and the California Lemon Law expert is here to help you or someone you may know who is in this situation. If your vehicle is not functioning properly and is under warranty, you have rights under the law that you need to thoroughly understand. Call us today for a free, no charge consultation at 916-672-8443.

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