What is the lemon law in california?

In California, a vehicle is presumed to be a “lemon" by the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act if, within 18 months of the vehicle's delivery to the buyer (or 18,000 miles on the odometer): 2 attempts or more have been made by the manufacturer to repair a warranty problem that could result in death or serious injury. read more

California consumers with lemon vehicles may be protected under either the California Lemon Law, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (the federal lemon law), or both. Remedies may include refund or replacement plus double damages, or cash compensation such as diminished value and/or incidental and consequential damages. read more

The California Lemon Law (officially known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, found in California Civil Code sections 1790 et seq.) is a law designed to protect consumers who purchase or lease warranted motor vehicles. read more