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Lemon Law Help for Your GM Vehicle

Posted on by Sotera Anderson

Is Your GM Vehicle a Lemon?

General Motors (GM) is an American automotive manufacturing company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. GM makes vehicles under the brand names: Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac.

In 2021, GM delivered 2.2 million vehicles in the United States and its annual revenue was $127 billion.

As you can imagine with that many vehicles being delivered in one year alone, there are bound to be problems with some vehicles.

Common Problems With GM Vehicles

Some of the problems facing GM vehicles include:

  • Transmission lunging, surging, hesitation, lurching, jumping, jerking, shifting issues
  • Excessive oil consumption
  • Leaks – oil, water, coolant
  • Engine stalling, loss of power, sluggish performance, engine block heater short circuits, Check Engine Light,
  • Electrical problems

GM Vehicles Experiencing Problems

Some of the GM vehicles experiencing warranty problems are 2018-2023:

  • Chevrolet – Bolt, Camaro, Colorado, Corvette, Cruze, Equinox, Impala, Malibu, Silverado, Suburban Tahoe, Volt
  • GMC – Canyon, Sierra
  • Cadillac – ATS, CT6, CTS, Escalade, XT4, XT5, XVS

California Lemon Law To The Rescue

Have you experienced these or any other problems with your 2018-2023 GM vehicle under warranty? Not to worry — the California lemon law says that if the dealer cannot seem to fix your vehicle’s problems after being given several opportunities, you might be entitled to a refund of your money (and GM has to pay your attorney fees and costs, not you).

Lemon Law Attorney Sotera L. Anderson has handled lemon law cases since 2008.  In fact, before helping California consumers with their lemons, she defended multiple big name auto makers in lemon law cases.  Working with the Lemon Law Boss Lady Sotera Anderson, you get the benefit of your attorney knowing the ins and outs of the lemon law, how manufacturers approach lemon law cases, and strategies to help you get the best results possible.

Next Steps

We have a super easy 3 step process:

  1. Email us the purchase contract and all of the repair records for your vehicle at Info@calemonlawattorney.com
  2. We will review your records and let you know whether you have a case.
  3. We will handle everything else, at no cost to you.

 

You can also visit our lemon law quiz HERE.

Be sure to also check out our website that has a lot of helpful information HERE.

Chevy Silverado: Is Your Car a Lemon?

Posted on by Sotera Anderson

The Chevy Silverado has been making a name for itself. And it’s not a good one. While the truck remains popular among consumers, over the years, the Silverado has suffered numerous problems, from transmission issues to air conditioning defects. According to Consumer Reports and other consumer organizations, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 is notorious for major engine and reliability issues. This includes full engine replacement or rebuild, cylinder head-related issues, head gasket failures, turbocharger or supercharger problems, as well as timing chain or timing belt problems.

There were four recalls for 2021 Silverados (and Sierras), but none resolved any of these engine issues. Recalls of this model are nothing new. In fact, more than 300,000 2017-2019 Silverado and Sierra trucks with the 6.6-liter Duramax diesel engine were recalled.

If you are experiencing these or other recurring issues with your Chevy Silverado truck while still under the auto warranty and have been unable to get them resolved by your car dealership, your truck may be a lemon. The good news is you have recourse through consumer protection laws known as the California Lemon Laws.

These laws allow you to reach a settlement with the manufacturer with one of several possible outcomes:

  • Buyback—The manufacturer refunds you for the purchase of your car and takes possession of the vehicle. You can then use the money to purchase any make or model of car you want
  • Cash and keep—You receive cash for your troubles (less than the original purchase price) but keep the vehicle.
  • A replacement vehicle—Sometimes a manufacturer will agree to replace your lemon with a comparable vehicle, but this outcome is rare.

Having a California law firm like the Law Offices of Sotera L. Anderson, a PLC, who specialize in the lemon Law, in your corner (at no cost to you, by the way) can help you navigate the legal process, handle the paperwork, and negotiate the absolute best offer for your Chevy Silverado lemon that’s right for you.

Think you have a claim? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from Sotera L. Anderson, California Lemon Law Attorney, here or call 1-855-96-LEMON, or (858) 247-0050 or email your purchase contract and repair records to Info@calemonlawattorney.com. 

 

Chevy Colorado: Is Your Car a Lemon?

Posted on by Sotera Anderson

Mid-size pickup trucks are wildly popular with consumers who live an active and adventurous lifestyle. Unfortunately, one of the most common—the Chevy Colorado—has been plagued with transmission, engine, and other problems over the last several years turning these trucks into potential lemon cars.

  • Transmission does not engage. When pressing on the gas pedal, the truck revs, but doesn’t go into gear right away. The problem could be a defective torque converter, low transmission fluid, contaminated transmission fluid from internal wear, or internal transmission system failure.
  • Problems selecting a gear or staying in gear. This could be due to a transmission fluid leak, loss of communications to the transmission control module or computer.
  • Intense shudder. Chevy Colorado owners often experience an intense shudder and vibration under light to moderate speeds. While a simple transmission fluid flush or fill might fix the issue, the damage may already be done leading to expensive transmission repair or replacement.
  • Fuel pump failure. In 2018, the Chevy Colorado was recalled due to fuel pump failure which could leak and increase the risk of fire. Scary!
  • Check Engine light. In some Chevy Colorado models, the Check Engine light comes on with or without an accompanying “reduced power warning,” often occurring while pulling a trailer or other heavy load up a hill.

If you are experiencing these or other recurring issues with your warrantied Chevy Colorado pickup and have been unable to get them resolved by your car dealership, your truck may be a lemon. The good news is you have recourse through consumer protection laws known as the California Lemon Laws.

These laws allow you to reach a settlement with the manufacturer with one of several possible outcomes:

  • Buyback—The manufacturer refunds you for the purchase of your car and takes possession of the vehicle. You can then use the money to purchase any make or model of car you want
  • Cash and keep—You receive cash for your troubles (less than the original purchase price) but keep the vehicle.
  • Extended service contract—With this outcome, you keep the car, and the manufacturer agrees to provide service and repair for longer than the typical warranty period.
  • A replacement vehicle—Sometimes a manufacturer will agree to replace your lemon with a comparable vehicle, but this outcome is rare.

Having a California Lemon Law attorney in your corner (at no cost to you, by the way) can help you navigate the legal process, handle the paperwork, and negotiate the absolute best offer for your Chevy Colorado lemon that’s right for you.

Think you have a claim? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from Sotera L. Anderson, California Lemon Law Attorney, here or call  1-855-96-LEMON, or (858) 247-0050.

 

Chevy, We Have a Problem: Is Your Chevrolet a Lemon?

Posted on by Sotera Anderson

For over 100 years, Chevrolet has become as synonymous with America as, well, baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and Chevrolet. While the catchy tune and ad campaign helped drive the auto manufacturer to great success over the years, the company has had its share of serious issues with many of its models, some of which persist despite numerous repair attempts. Chevy, we may have a lemon.

My Chevrolet lemon watch list

As a California Lemon Law attorney, I keep a close watch on the makes and models of automobiles that are chronic lemons. Here are the Chevrolet models (2015-2021) currently on my watch list and why:

  • Cruz: transmission, steering problems
  • Colorado: transmission, vibration, engine and infotainment problems
  • Tahoe: electrical, transmission, A/C, brake and dashboard problems
  • Blazer: engine, electrical system, speed control and trailer hitch problems
  • Bolt:  issues include battery, powertrain, brake, software and torsion beam problems
  • Camaro:  issues include water and coolant leaks, ignition and fuel pump problems
  • Corvette: issues include engine, transmission, vibration, electrical, twin-turbo power and exhaust system problems
  • Equinox: issues include transmission, engine and stalling problem
  • Impala: issues include ignition problems
  • Malibu: issues include coolant and engine oil leaks, overheating and transmission problems
  • Spark: issues include engine, power train, electrical system, airbag, break, speed control, fuel system and steering problems
  • Suburban: issues include AC refrigerant leaks, brake, exterior lighting and power tailgate problems
  • Trailblazer: issues include AC, cooling fan, check engine light, fuel level sensor and valve problems
  • Traverse: issues include heating, ventilation, air conditioning, airbag, traction, steering, alignment, fuel injection, leak and transmission problems
  • Trax: issues include engine, transmission, fuel system, electric system, suspension, brakes and power equipment problems
  • Volt: issues include transmission, power, engine and steering problems

Can the California Lemon Law help Chevy owners?

If you own one of the Chevy models listed above and think you have a potential lemon on your hands, I have good news for you. New and used Chevrolet vehicles are covered by the California Lemon Law if they meet the following conditions:

  1. The Chevrolet vehicle was purchased or leased from a dealership here in California.
  2. You have repeatedly brought the vehicle to the dealer for repairs and they can’t seem to fully fix it.
  3. The problems are not minor, meaning they are serious enough to negatively affect the vehicle’s use, safety, or value.

 Your next steps

If your new or used Chevrolet meets these conditions, you may have a case. Under the California Lemon Law, Chevrolet could be required to provide you with a refund or replacement vehicle for your lemon. However, it is important to understand that automotive manufacturers do not make it easy for consumers to obtain the refund or replacement that they deserve. That’s why many vehicle owners turn to lemon law experts like California lemon law attorney Sotera Anderson  to understand their legal options and obtain representation for the best settlement.

Think you have a claim? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from Sotera L. Anderson, California Lemon Law Attorney, here or call  1-855-96-LEMON, or (858) 247-0050. Visit our website for more information.

Help Keep California’s Lemon Law Strong

If you want to help make sure the lemon law continues to protect your rights, please contact your Assembly member and Senator and let them know how the manufacturer mistreated you, the problems you experienced with your vehicle, and how important it is to keep California’s lemon law strong.

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