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Buyers Take Note: The Feds Can’t Stop Defective Vehicles From Being Sold

» Posted September 2, 2016Resources

Automakers are putting defective airbags into new vehicles, despite the fact that the car manufacturers know the airbags have serious problems. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is aware that this is happening. Despite knowing that cars are being made and sold with a known defect, the DOT cannot do anything about it.

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Complaints About Tesla’s Suspension

» Posted September 1, 2016Resources

Reuters reports there may have been problems with some Tesla Model S Sedans.  In particular, the vehicles may have suspension issues. The National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) has said that it is investigating some complaints that have been made and is reaching out to both the company and to owners of vehicles.

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Volkswagen’s Settlement is the Largest in History

» Posted August 31, 2016Resources

When a car has a problem or does not perform as promised, this can have a serious cost for the vehicle's owner. The California car lemon law helps to protect car owners from financial losses, but sometimes it can be hard to actually get the appropriate outcomes without help from an experienced legal professional.

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How to Avoid Being Ripped Off When Purchasing a Vehicle

» Posted August 30, 2016Resources

The California lemon law provides important protection to car buyers in case they purchase a new vehicle that turns out to be defective. While this law goes a long way towards helping to make sure a car investment doesn't turn out to be a terrible one due to unexpected problems, there are still many things that car shoppers need to do in order to protect themselves. Whether you're buying a new car or a used car, you need to be a smart shopper.

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Could Car Dealers Soon Become Extinct?

» Posted August 29, 2016Resources

Many car buyers end up purchasing cars from dishonest dealers or manufacturers who don't care enough about consumer safety. The problems in the car buying market have necessitated a wide array of consumer protection laws, like California’s lemon law, to try to protect consumers from problems with vehicles. 

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Fixing Car Defects

» Posted August 26, 2016Resources

Any car owner with a vehicle that has turned out to be defective can testify to how frustrating it is to try to get the manufacturer to make things right. Despite consumer protection laws for new car buyers, it is very common for those with defective cars to be forced to turn to a Sacramento lemon law firm just to get their serious vehicle problems fixed.

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Watch Out for Tricky Dealer Language

» Posted August 25, 2016Resources

Buying a new car is rarely a fun experience. Consumers often face high pressure sales tactics and uncertainty when it comes to price and quality.  While California car lemon law can protect new car buyers from some of the biggest problems they could face if their vehicles have repeated defects, consumers are still concerned about buying a car and ending up dealing with nothing but problems.

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Understanding CPO Programs

» Posted August 24, 2016Resources

Any consumer who is purchasing a new or used car needs to understand the consumer protection laws governing car sales, which include rules for warranties, as well as California motor vehicle lemon law. In particular, car buyers who are considering a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle should understand exactly what certification means and how it does (or does not) provide them with benefits.

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Accidents Stemming From Confusing Gear Shifts

» Posted August 23, 2016Resources

When car owners have problems with car defects in new vehicles, California’s lemon law could provide remedies for consumers under certain circumstances.  Unfortunately, some problems with cars are more than just a hassle. Detroit News reportedly recently that the government is investigating confusing gear shifters which may be responsible for causing serious accidents.

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The Issue Surrounding Defective Airbags

» Posted August 22, 2016Resources

Consumer Reports indicates that the recall of Takata airbags was dubbed: “the largest and most complex safety recall in U.S. history,” by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).   The airbags have an inflator that has, in some situations, ignited with explosive force.

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