Does The Lemon Law Apply To Vehicles That Are Older Than One Or Two Years?

Yes. As long as the vehicle is having warranty problems, the Lemon Law potentially can apply no matter hold old the vehicle is. The Lemon Law may also apply to a vehicle even if the original new vehicle warranty has expired so long as the vehicle is still having problems complained about on repair orders during the original warranty period.

Other California Lemon Law FAQs

Q: What Vehicles Are Covered Under The Lemon Law?
A: The following table summarizes what is covered, how many times the vehicle has to be repaired for the same defect and the warranty period. Vehicles Covered Repair … More
Q: Am I Required To Go Through Arbitration Before Pursuing A Lemon Law Claim?
A: No. The California Lemon Law does not require the consumer to participate in arbitration that may be offered by the vehicle manufacturer in order to pursue a Lemon Law …
Q: Am I Required To Notify The Vehicle Manufacturer And Give Them A Opportunity To Repair A Problem Before Pursuing A Lemon Law Cla
A: No. So long as the manufacturer`s authorized warranty repair facility has had a reasonable number of opportunities to repair a warranty problem, the manufacturer need … More
Q: Does The Lemon Law Apply To Vehicle That Have In Excess Of 12,000 Miles, Or 12 Months?
A: Yes. As long as the vehicle is having warranty problems, the Lemon Law may apply no matter what the odometer reading is on the vehicle.
Q: Is There A Specific Number Of Repair Attempts That Must Be Completed In Order To Have A Valid Lemon Law Claim?
A: No. There must be a reasonable number of repair attempts. The definition of what constitutes a reasonable number of repair attempts will vary given the vehicles … More
Q: Does The Lemon Law Apply Only To Passenger Cars?
A: No. The Lemon Law applies not only to passenger cars, but also to trucks, SUV`s, vans, motorcycles, and all consumer goods that are covered by a manufacturers warranty … More
Q: Does The Lemon Law Apply To Minor Defects, Or Only Significant Defects?
A: The SongBeverly Act applies to defects which constitute a substantial impairment to the use, value or safety of the vehicle to the owner or lessee. Therefore, … More
Q: What Am I Entitled To Under The California Lemon Law?
A: If you financed or leased your vehicle, you are entitled to get back your down payment (or lease inception fee), government fees, tradein equity, license fees and … More
Q: California Certified Arbitration Programs
A: In California, some manufactureres voluntarily seek certification of their arbitration programs from the Department of Consumer Affairs Arbitration Review Program. … More
Q: How Do I Prepare For Arbitration?
A: Gather Information: Contact the manufacturer and request any technical service bulletins that might relate to your vehicle problem. Contact the National Highway … More