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Short answer
California's lemon law covers a vehicle whose warranty-covered defect substantially impairs its use, value or safety and that the manufacturer cannot repair in a reasonable number of attempts, generally four tries at the same fault, two for a serious safety defect, or more than thirty cumulative days out of service. A qualifying vehicle is owed a buyback, a replacement or a cash settlement, and the manufacturer pays the attorney fees on a successful claim.
We Are The Lemon Pros
Experienced Attorneys. One Team.
Auto manufacturers have teams protecting their interests. The Lemon Pros is the team protecting yours.
Tell us what keeps going wrong with the vehicle. Fill in the form or call us. An attorney reads every submission and comes back within 24 hours.
2We fight the manufacturer
We fight the manufacturer for what you are owed
We read your repair orders, work out which remedy your record supports, and take it to the manufacturer. You are not chasing a dealer or sitting on hold; that part becomes ours.
3You get paid
You get paid, and the manufacturer covers our fees
A buyback returns your down payment, your monthly payments and the loan payoff, less the statutory mileage offset. Under the Song-Beverly Act the manufacturer pays the attorney fees on a successful claim.
Most firms settle every file that lands on the desk, because settling is quick and quiet. We prepare each case as if it will be tried. If a manufacturer will not deal fairly, we file, we take depositions, and we stand up in front of a judge.
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Who handles your case
Every File Handled By An Attorney.
No call center queue. No paralegal running the case while a lawyer signs off at the end. The attorney who takes your first call is the one who reads your repair orders, writes the demand letter, and argues the motion.
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Where we practice
Serving All 58 California Counties.
We work out of Beverly Hills and file across the state, from Del Norte to Imperial. Your car does not need to be parked in Los Angeles for us to take the case. Most of the process runs by phone, email and mail, so distance rarely changes anything.
California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act is not limited to the family car. It reaches new and used vehicles that are still covered by a manufacturer's warranty, bought or leased, and motor homes, motorcycles and boats fall under it as well. If you are unsure where your vehicle stands, the warranty terms and the repair history are what decide, so it is worth asking us to look.
My Rights
What Are My Legal Rights If I Have Bought or Leased a Lemon?
The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act is one of the strongest Lemon Laws in the United States. With the right legal representation, a manufacturer of a "lemon" can be required to repurchase the vehicle from you.
The manufacturer can also be required to pay for consequential damages (such as the cost of a rental car while your lemon was being repaired). Be sure to document all costs you incur because of your vehicle's defect.
These costs could include Uber and Lyft fees while your car was in the shop, or even a hotel fee if you were stuck out of town because your car broke down on you. If it can be proven that these expenses were related to your vehicle's defects, you can be reimbursed for these losses in your Lemon Law claim.
Potential Remedies Under California Lemon Law:
Receive Cash Compensation
Return Your Vehicle and Get Your Money Back
Replace Your Vehicle
What you can recover under California's Lemon Law depends on the specifics of your case, including your repair history, your warranty terms, and the losses you can document. There is no single set figure, which is why a real case review matters more than a rough estimate.
Our attorneys will review your situation and give you a straight, honest read on what relief may realistically be available, whether that is a vehicle repurchase, a replacement, or a cash settlement. That way you can make decisions based on facts, not guesswork.
What If My Warranty Has Expired?
California's Lemon Law may still protect you even after your warranty has expired. However, it is important to act quickly, as legal deadlines may limit the time you have to pursue a claim. Consult with an experienced Lemon Law attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Can I Still Have a Claim If the Problem Has Been Fixed?
Yes. Many consumers are surprised to learn that fixing the problem does not necessarily eliminate a Lemon Law claim. If your vehicle required repeated repair attempts for a warranty-covered defect, or spent an excessive amount of time at the dealership for repairs, you may still be entitled to relief under California's Lemon Law. Our team can review your repair records and explain your options.
What Is a Reasonable Amount of Warranty Repairs, For Me to File a Lemon Law Claim?
As of January 1, 2025, California's Lemon Law under AB 1755 introduces new deadlines, discovery rules, mandatory mediation, depositions, and $50/day penalties for delay. Beginning July 1, 2025 (delayed from April), consumers seeking civil penalties must send a 30-day written notice -- including name, VIN, defect summary, and a request for replacement or repurchase. Following notice, manufacturers have 30 days to respond and 60 days to comply.
The statute of limitations is now one year from warranty expiration (not from defect discovery) but also six years from original delivery (subject to limited tolling).
These changes do streamline some proceedings -- but the new pre-suit and procedural requirements can be easy to miss. As a result, retaining experienced lemon-law counsel is highly advisable.
What If I Cannot Afford an Attorney?
The Tanner Consumer Protection Act provides for attorney's fees at no upfront cost to you.
The experienced Lemon Law attorneys at The Lemon Pros offer free consultations. We can discuss your case with no obligation, and we require no upfront fees to discuss your case at a consultation. Do not be afraid to at least consult with an experienced attorney about your potential Lemon Law claim.
What If My Purchase Agreement Has a Mandatory Arbitration Clause?
Over the past few decades, it has become common for auto manufacturers to include mandatory arbitration clauses in their purchase agreements and written warranties. Doing this means that the customer is contractually obligated to go through arbitration before he or she may file a claim in court. Some manufacturers try to use this process to discourage consumers from filing their valid legal claims.
You have the right to file a Lemon Law claim regardless of arbitration clauses in your purchase agreement.
Having an experienced Lemon Law attorney on your side can help ensure that clauses in your purchase or lease agreement do not prevent you from exercising your legal rights and obtaining the recovery you're entitled to.
Attorney
What Can a Lemon Law Attorney Do For Me?
In general, people with civil claims (like a Lemon Law case) recover more money when they have an attorney than when they handle their claims on their own. An attorney knows how to prove your claim effectively and present a persuasive case to a judge or jury.
An attorney knows all the different types of compensation to which you are legally entitled. You may be entitled to more than you realize, and an honest case review makes sure nothing gets left on the table.
A lawyer will also help you consider all the many expenses that could be related to your lemon, lost wages, rental car fees, Uber receipts, and other losses. A lawyer will help you gather evidence of all the financial losses you have suffered.
Perhaps most importantly, a lemon lawyer will fight on your side. Auto manufacturers hire armies of lawyers to defend legitimate claims against them. Your lawyer will stand up to the power of a large corporation to ensure that your legal rights are protected.
Our experienced California lemon lawyers serve clients throughout the entire state. We stand up for your rights under the Song-Beverly Act.
Michael Saeedian, Esq.
Founding Attorney
Michael Saeedian is a California Lemon Law attorney and the founding attorney of The Lemon Pros, named to Super Lawyers Rising Stars every year from 2020 through 2025. No matter how tough or complex your situation may be, Attorney Michael Saeedian will take the time to understand your unique needs and goals and develop a tailored legal strategy aimed at securing the maximum possible compensation in your case.
Arash Khorsandi, Esq, is the co-founder of The Lemon Pros. After graduating from the USC Marshall School of Business and law school, he became a fierce California Lemon Law Attorney at the young age of just 24. Over the years, Arash has built a dedicated team of trial lawyers, former insurance company adjusters, and experienced paralegals who work to get each client the strongest outcome their case supports.
Examples of the vehicles and defects we handle for California drivers, and the outcomes Lemon Law makes possible.
Illustrative examples of case types, not specific client results. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Buyback
2022 Mercedes GLE
Electrical System
Buyback
2024 Tesla Model Y
Battery Defect
Replacement
2023 Ford F-150
Transmission
Buyback
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Electrical / Safety
Repurchase
2023 Chevrolet Silverado
Engine Stalling
Replacement
2024 Hyundai Tucson
Transmission Failure
Buyback
2023 Kia Sorento
Engine Seizure
Repurchase
2022 Nissan Pathfinder
CVT Transmission
Replacement
2023 Dodge Ram 1500
Brake System
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
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The Lemon pros Worked with me During a time, I’m in my life, where I was going through a lot of transitions. They were professional, and very patient as I was not always disposable or able to find paperwork for my…
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Google review, a week ago
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I highly recommend The Lemon Pros to any Tesla owner with a lemon. They are experts in Tesla cases and truly fight for their clients' rights. I also thank the team (Tony, Sella, Zulma) for their incredible work on my…
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I had an excellent experience with The Lemon Pros, specifically Tony and Suzy B. Both were incredibly helpful throughout the entire process and always kept me well-informed. They made everything smooth and stress-free…
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Google review, 6 months ago
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I couldn’t be more grateful for the outstanding team at The Lemon Pros. Their team was fantastic from start to finish, always responsive, professional, and committed to keeping me informed every step of the way. Their…
Nothing out of pocket. Under California's Lemon Law (the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act), the manufacturer is required to pay your attorney fees when you win. We work on a contingency basis, you pay zero upfront fees, and we only get paid when we successfully resolve your case.
If your vehicle qualifies under the California Lemon Law, you may be entitled to a full refund (repurchase) of your vehicle, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement. You may also recover consequential damages such as rental car costs, towing fees, lost wages, and more. In some cases, you may also be entitled to civil penalties up to two times your actual damages.
Yes. California's Lemon Law applies to both purchased and leased vehicles, as long as the vehicle was sold or leased with a manufacturer's warranty. If your leased vehicle has a substantial defect that can't be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, you may have a valid Lemon Law claim.
Most Lemon Law cases are resolved within 3 to 6 months, though some cases may take longer depending on the manufacturer and complexity. We work efficiently to move your case forward and keep you informed at every step.
Most Lemon Law cases are settled before trial. However, we are trial attorneys who are fully prepared to take your case to court if the manufacturer refuses to offer fair compensation. This willingness to go to trial is one of our biggest advantages in negotiations.
California's Lemon Law may still protect you even after your warranty has expired. However, it is important to act quickly, as legal deadlines may limit the time you have to pursue a claim. Consult with an experienced Lemon Law attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Yes. Many consumers are surprised to learn that fixing the problem does not necessarily eliminate a Lemon Law claim. If your vehicle required repeated repair attempts for a warranty-covered defect, or spent an excessive amount of time at the dealership for repairs, you may still be entitled to relief under California's Lemon Law. Our team can review your repair records and explain your options.
There is no fixed number in the statute. The working guideposts are four attempts at the same defect, two where the fault could cause serious injury, or thirty or more cumulative days out of service. Those days add up across separate visits and do not have to run consecutively.
Every repair order, including the visits where the dealer found nothing. Those still count as attempts, and they are what establishes that you reported the problem repeatedly. Keep the sales or lease contract and your warranty documents alongside them.
It can. A recall visit for the defect at issue is a repair attempt like any other, and a recall fix that does not hold tends to strengthen a claim rather than reset it. Make sure each recall visit generates its own repair order.
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