Lemon Law Blog

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA Short answer: If you win a lemon law case in California, the auto manufacturer may offer one of two options under the California Lemon Law, i.e., a replacement or refund. The first possibility is that your defective vehicle will be replaced by the manufacturer for one that […]

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA Kia, Hyundai, and Genesis have announced a recall for 147,110 electric vehicles, as reported in documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) last week. The Kia and Hyundai ICCU Recall addresses a concerning issue with the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), which may cease […]

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA Ford has recently announced a significant recall affecting over 450,000 vehicles. The Ford Bronco Power Loss Recall includes Ford Bronco Sport SUVs produced between 2020 and 2024, as well as Ford Maverick pickup trucks manufactured from 2021 to 2022. The primary concern revolves around a potential loss […]

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA This GM Lifter Class Action Lawsuit remains open, and Californians interested in joining can still do so. The complaint alleges that consumers, including Plaintiffs, unknowingly purchased vehicles afflicted with latent defects in their engines’ valve train systems. These defects, particularly affecting the lifters involved in Active Fuel […]

2022-2024 Nissan CVT Class Action Settlement A recent class action settlement has been reached between Nissan North America and consumers with several Nissan models that are equipped with defective continuously variable transmissions (CVTs). The most recent lawsuit alleged that the Japanese automaker knowingly sold vehicles with defective CVT transmissions. Nissan agreed to pay over $277 […]

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall affecting nearly 32,000 vehicles, citing concerns over a flawed 80-amp fuse. This defect has the potential to trigger various electrical malfunctions, ranging from power loss while driving to malfunctioning screens and safety systems. Additionally, there’s an elevated risk of fire due to […]

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA Toyota has issued a recall affecting approximately 381,000 Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks due to a potential rear axle issue. This recall has been initiated in response to concerns regarding welding debris on the rear axle, which could lead to the loosening of retaining nuts, according to information […]

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA 2022 Chevy Bolt Class Action Lawsuit A 2022 class action lawsuit is accusing General Motors of selling 2020-2022 model year Chevy Bolt EV and 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV vehicles that are unsafe and likely to catch on fire. Allegedly, the batteries in these cars are not fit […]

Ford F 250 Death Wobble Recall Overview Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA Over the past 15 years, thousands of drivers have experienced chronic suspension and steering problems in their “Ford Tough” pickup trucks. This manufacturing defect is widely known as the “Ford Super Duty death wobble.” Affected vehicles can shudder or shake […]

Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA Tesla Inc. has announced a recall for its 2024 Tesla Cybertruck due to reports of unintended acceleration. The problem is caused by a defective pedal pad that has the potential to become stuck, keeping the accelerator depressed and increasing the chance of a collision. Accelerating too quickly […]