Transmission Problems?
Transmission problems are one of the most common defects that qualify a vehicle as a lemon.
If you’ve experienced shuddering, hesitating, shaking or vibrating while driving; slipping gears; grinding noises during shifting; transmission leaks (bright red fluid); a warning light coming on about your transmission; or a complete transmission failure, your car could be a lemon.
These problems could show up within weeks or months of purchasing your vehicle, even upwards of a year (or more!) Just because problems don’t show up instantly, does not mean your car is not a lemon.
The lemon law standard is a defect that substantially impairs the use, safety or value of the vehicle and transmission issues typically can meet these standards. Remember that the lemon law varies by state, so it’s important to understand the specific guidelines in your area.
Document each time you go to the dealership or repair shop and keep track of how long you were without your vehicle each time. This information will be paramount in putting together all the evidence for a potential case.
If you’ve been to the dealership multiple times for the same issue, it might be time to think about a lemon claim and we are here to walk you through that process.
Lemon law claims do have deadlines, which we will cover in an upcoming blog, so don’t delay. Even if you aren’t sure, feel free to reach out to us for a consultation, because you don’t want to miss your opportunity to file.
Your car can be a lemon no matter what brand or at what price point. High-end luxury cars can absolutely still be lemons. We’ve handled claims from base model domestic vehicles, all the way up to half million dollar sports cars!
While most lemon laws pertain to new cars, don’t be fooled into thinking you have no rights with a pre-owned vehicle. Yes, claims tend to be not quite as valuable, but the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act covers pre-owned vehicles in breach of warranty claims, so you still might have a case!
While the law can be complex, lemon laws exist to protect consumers like you.
If you’re dealing with a potentially defective vehicle in Texas, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, or Pennsylvania, we are here to help.