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With a distinguished background in both mechanics and car sales, paired with over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive industry, Jacob Kashani brings a uniquely powerful advantage to California lemon law cases. Jacob doesn’t just know the law—he knows cars inside and out. His commitment to protecting consumer rights has led The Law Office of Jacob Kashani to achieve remarkable success, with a proven track record in California Lemon Law cases and a remarkable 99% success rate in securing compensation for his clients. With over $20 million won and thousands of cases successfully resolved, Jacob and his team have gone beyond merely obtaining vehicle buybacks, helping clients recover related expenses such as temporary transportation, lodging costs, and more. We don’t win unless you do.

What is the California Lemon Law?

California’s Lemon Law is designed to protect consumers who find themselves stuck with a car that doesn’t live up to basic standards of reliability and safety. Whether you bought a new or used vehicle, this law ensures that you don’t have to keep dealing with recurring repairs and can drive a car that works as it should. If your vehicle has required multiple repairs for the same issue or has been out of service for a significant amount of time, you may be entitled to a replacement vehicle, a refund, or other legal remedies.

The California Lemon Law is a combination of two laws: the Tanner Consumer Protection Act and the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Together, these laws set standards that car manufacturers and dealerships must meet regarding the quality of vehicles they sell and the warranties they provide. If these standards aren’t met, these laws provide you with options and protections, including the right to hold manufacturers accountable if they can’t repair your vehicle within a reasonable time or number of attempts.

If you’re facing ongoing issues with your car, you don’t have to handle it alone—legal remedies are available, and you may be entitled to compensation or a replacement for the inconvenience and repair costs you’ve endured.

Recent Case Win

Recently in 2024, The Law Office of Jacob K. Kashani achieved a significant legal triumph in a lemon law case involving Range Rover. Our client encountered persistent issues with their vehicle’s reverse camera, which ultimately led to the initiation of this case under California’s lemon law statutes. Through dedicated legal advocacy and expert handling of the case, we successfully secured a settlement of $255,933.65 for our client. Jacob Kashani and our entire team is highly experienced navigating complex automotive defect cases.

How the California Lemon Law Protects You

The CA lemon law focuses on cars that remain under the manufacturer’s new car warranty, although you may have either purchased the vehicle or leased it. If you believe that you have a lemon, you need to ensure that you have copies of any repair receipts and the issues that you have had with it. Hiring a lemon law attorney should also be a priority when dealing with a lemon.

If the car manufacturer is unable to make the vehicle usable or safe for you, you are eligible for some of the following remedies:

Repurchase of the vehicle minus the usable value (days you were able to drive the vehicle);
Replacement of the car, truck or SUV; or
A cash payment that covers some or all of the above.

Defects that could be covered under the California Lemon Law, as they may substantially impair the vehicle’s use, value, or safety:

Engine and Transmission Issues
Brake and Steering Problems
Electrical System Defects
Suspension and Alignment Issues
Heating, Cooling, and Air Conditioning Malfunctions
Fuel System Problems
Safety Features
Body and Structural Defects
Airbag Defects
Defective seat belts
Exhaust system defects
Navigation malfunctions

When to Hire a Lemon Lawyer in California

Vehicle manufacturers have large legal teams who have the sole goal of ensuring that litigation costs the company as little money as possible. If you have a defective car, truck or SUV, they may offer a settlement or repurchase offer that fails to take into account the hassles that you have experienced while trying to get it fixed.

If you have tried getting repairs more than once or twice for the same issue, consider speaking to a lemon law attorney in California who will help you find out if you quality for the Lemon Law in California and understands what documentation you need in terms of repair receipts and other paperwork.

Tell Us About Your Lemon

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We Evaluate Your Case

Our team will review your vehicle’s history, repair attempts, and warranty details to see if your car qualifies under California’s Lemon Law. We’ll determine the best course of action for your claim.

File Your Claim

The Law Office of Jacob K. Kashani will help you to file a lemon law claim against the manufacturer. We will guide you through the process and negotiate on your behalf.

Receive Your Compensation

Once the claim is resolved, you could be eligible for a refund, replacement vehicle, or cash compensation. We work hard to get you the best possible outcome so you can move forward confidently.

California Lemon Law FAQs

How does a car qualify for lemon law?

Lemon Qualifications: While state laws require that issues begin during the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, you may find out the extent of issues after this period. In either case, you may qualify if you have taken your car in for repairs for the same issue between two and four times or had it in the shop for more than 30 days in total.

Does the California Lemon Law apply to used cars?

Yes, California’s Lemon Law can apply to used cars, as long as they’re still covered by a manufacturer’s original or certified pre-owned warranty at the time of purchase.

What Does ‘Reasonable Attempts’ Mean?

Under California’s Lemon Law, "reasonable attempts" means the manufacturer or authorized repair facility has had several opportunities to fix a significant defect. Generally, this is considered at least two repair attempts for a safety issue, or four or more for other defects, though prolonged time in the shop can also qualify.

What Types of Vehicles are Covered by the Lemon Law?

California's Lemon Law covers most passenger vehicles, including cars, SUVs, trucks, vans, and certain motorhomes or RVs, as well as certified pre-owned and small business vehicles, provided they’re under warranty and meet specific usage requirements.

I Lease My Car, Am I Covered?

Yes, leased cars are covered under California’s Lemon Law, as long as they are still within the warranty period and meet other requirements. You have similar protections to those who own their cars if your leased vehicle has recurring defects that impact its safety, use, or value.

What if I had Repairs Done on My Vehicle Out of State?

Repairs done out of state may still count toward a California Lemon Law claim, especially if they were conducted by an authorized dealership or repair facility. However, since laws can vary by state, it’s best to consult with a California Lemon Law attorney to understand how out-of-state repairs might affect your case.

What is a Substantial Defect?

A substantial defect is a problem that significantly impacts the vehicle’s safety, value, or usability. This can include issues like brake or steering failures, engine problems, or electrical defects that make driving the vehicle unsafe or unreliable.

What Our Clients Are Saying!

We have a proven track record winning California Lemon Law Cases. Look at what our clients have to say about our top-leading California RV Lemon Law Attorneys.

Karla J. Chatsworth Lake Manor, CA

My car was just purchased back by the Manufacturer! I am so appreciative of Jacob's experience and thankful to get a redo on a car that just kept going into the shop. He has been very responsive and quick responding to my questions throughout the process. I have a new car that's not breaking, thanks to Jacob! I am so happy, thanks a million!!

Javier P. Los Angeles, CA

Jacob and his team are awesome, they keep in contact with me all the time, during this process until I get my check from Ford.

Patrick D. Torrance, CA

I bought a Honda civic in 2016, and had problems with the A/C almost immediately. I brought it into Honda's repair shop numerous times, and each time, they would say that nothing was wrong with it. I finally decided to contact Jacob to see what could be done, and it was the best decision I could have made. Jacob was always quick to respond, whether it was through call, text, or email. He also broke everything down into layman's terms since I don't know much about cars or the lemon law process. Last and most importantly, he fought to get me the most out of my situation. In the end, Honda fixed my A/C problem AND they gave me a generous settlement (about 3x more than what I expected).

Navid P. Los Angeles, CA

My Mercedes kept having problems and had been in the service station several times. A few times I had to go get a rent-a car which made it hard to fit into my schedule going after work to pick it up and drop it off. After several times of having car problems I decided to call Jacob. Jacob was caring, understanding, extremely knowledgeable, and helped me get a settlement very quickly. He answered all my questions and was extremely helpful. He is the go to attorney if you find yourself in this type of situations. His assistants are also fantastic. Thank you.

Claire T. Los Angeles, CA

I bought a new Ford C-Max Energi in 2014. After 36k miles I needed a new transmission. Another attorney I know referred me to Jacob Kashani saying he was "excellent." I immediately contacted Jacob and he explained the Lemon Law process thoroughly. I rejected Ford's first offer of settlement because it wasn't a "buyback" under the Lemon Law Statute. Instead, I asked Jacob to go ahead and file a lawsuit against Ford. He had no problem doing as I requested and, after a few months, Ford did offer to buy back my car, pay off my loan and pay my attorney's fees. I am very pleased with Jacob's handling of my case and how quickly he resolved my case. I would recommend you call Jacob if you are having problems with a new or used vehicle still under the manufacturer's warranty. Don't wait or wonder if you have a case, call Jacob. Also, Jacob's assistant Lavisha is so helpful and pleasant to deal with!

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