Huntington Beach - Lemon Law Lawyers

What Is the Lemon Law in Huntington Beach?

California’s Lemon Law protects consumers who purchase or lease defective vehicles. These vehicles must have a substantial, warrantied defect that the manufacturer fails to repair. If you have such a vehicle, you may be entitled to a refund or replacement. 

Additionally, under this law, manufacturers who willfully violate the statute may face civil penalties of up to two times the amount of damages. In such cases, consumers like you can collect as much as three times what they paid for their lemon in compensation.

At Krohn & Moss, Ltd., our experienced lemon law lawyers serving Huntington Beach will fight to secure the compensation you’re owed. Touch base with us today to get started on your claim.

Why Choose Our Lemon Law Lawyers for Your Huntington Beach Case?

Over 25 Years of Experience

Since 1995, we have helped over 10,000 consumers in California and over 60,000 consumers nationwide fight back against manufacturers that have sold or leased defective vehicles. We know how to hold these companies accountable.

No Fees Unless We Win

We never charge a retainer fee, and we only get paid if we win or settle your case. Plus, the manufacturer covers your attorney’s fees if you win your case.

Free Case Review

There’s no cost to find out if you have a valid claim. Contact Krohn & Moss, Ltd. today for a free case review.

Meet Our Lemon Law Lawyers Practicing in Huntington Beach

Jennifer Basola

Jennifer Basola has been representing Huntington Beach clients at Krohn & Moss, Ltd. Consumer Law Center^® since 2004. Basola has helped thousands of consumers with lemon law, breach of warranty, and fraud claims in California.

She has also represented consumers in hundreds of arbitrations and mediations and has served as first chair in approximately 25 jury trials. Basola’s extensive experience ensures you’re in the very best hands when it comes to filing a lemon law claim in Huntington Beach.

John D. Barker

John Barker is one of Krohn & Moss Ltd.’s most senior attorneys and offers extensive experience in consumer actions. He’s litigated all aspects of client cases including motion practice, mediation, settlement, court-ordered arbitration, depositions, trial, and appeal.

Since he was first admitted to practice law over 20 years ago, Barker has devoted his career to helping consumers like you. When it comes to the lemon law in Huntington Beach, Barker will leave no stone unturned to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

Types of Vehicles Covered

The state’s lemon law covers:

• New and certified pre-owned vehicles with a manufacturer’s warranty
• Cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans
• Purchased or leased vehicles used for personal, family, or household purposes
• Business vehicles weighing under 10,000 pounds with no more than five registered owners

If you’re unsure whether your vehicle qualifies, our team at Krohn & Moss, Ltd. can assess your situation during a free case review.

Common Vehicle Defects That Qualify Under the Lemon Law

A variety of defects may make a vehicle qualify as a lemon, including but not limited to:

• Transmission failures
• Engine problems
• Electrical malfunctions
• Braking system defects
• Suspension and steering issues
• Infotainment system defects
• Recurring air conditioning or heating failures
• And many more

During your free case review, our lawyers will review the severity of your vehicle’s defect, the number of repair attempts made, the time it’s been out of service, and other circumstances to determine if you have a case under the law.

Timeline for Filing a Lemon Law Claim

Timing is crucial in a lemon law case. To qualify, your vehicle’s issue must surface while under the original manufacturer’s warranty. Once the defect appears, you must give the manufacturer a reasonable number of chances to remedy the issue.

For most defects, you’ll need to provide the manufacturer with four repair attempts. However, if the issue poses a serious safety risk — such as faulty brakes or steering—two repair attempts will suffice. Vehicles can also qualify if they’ve been in the shop for 30 days or more.

You must file your lemon law claim within four years of the first repair attempt. The sooner you act, the better your chances of obtaining a favorable resolution. Speak with our lemon law lawyers at Krohn & Moss, Ltd. as soon as possible to protect your rights!

The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act Provides Additional Protections

If your vehicle doesn’t qualify under the California Lemon Law, you may still have options under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act — a federal law designed to protect consumers. Learn more about the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and how it might apply to your case, or reach out to our lawyers today for your free case review.

What Compensation Could I Receive?

If your lemon law claim is successful, you could be entitled to:

• A refund of your vehicle’s purchase price (minus a mileage offset)
• A replacement vehicle of similar value
• Reimbursement for incidental costs, such as towing or rental fees
• Civil penalties if the manufacturer willfully violates the law
• Coverage of attorney’s fees and other expenses

With Krohn & Moss, Ltd., you never have to pay a retainer fee, and you won’t be charged unless you win or settle your case. This makes filing a claim financially feasible for most people.