California’s Lemon Law doesn’t just apply to compact cars or flashy SUVs. It also protects consumers who have purchased or leased defective trucks. If your truck spends more time in the repair shop than on the road, you may be eligible to file a Lemon Law claim.
American Lemon Law Group is here to help you from start to finish. We focus exclusively on these kinds of cases and understand how the law works inside and out. Contact us today online or give us a call (877) 311-1133 to schedule a free initial consultation.
How American Lemon Law Group Can Help You Take Action
Lemon Law cases involving trucks can get complicated, especially when the vehicle is used for both personal and business purposes. At American Lemon Law Group, we know how to build a successful case and stand up to manufacturers.
Our Los Angeles Lemon Law attorneys serving all of California have 35+ years of combined experience, and we’ve recovered over $50 million for our clients. With a 99% success rate across over 1,000 cases, you can count on us to get you the results you need.
When you hire our legal team, we can:
- Review your warranty coverage and repair history
- Help determine if your truck qualifies under California law
- Prepare and file your claim with the manufacturer
- Handle all negotiations and legal steps
- Fight for a full buyback, replacement vehicle, or fair cash settlement
We’ll also help make sure you don’t get stuck with towing costs or other losses connected to the defective truck. Learn more about your legal options by reaching out to us today for a free consultation.
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What Types of Trucks Are Covered?
Not every truck qualifies under California’s Lemon Law. The law applies to a specific category of trucks and excludes larger commercial vehicles. Generally, the truck must:
- Be bought or leased primarily for personal, family, or household use
- Or, if used for business purposes, your business must have five or fewer registered vehicles, and the vehicle must weigh less than 10,000 pounds
If you use a qualifying pickup truck or work vehicle for light-duty tasks (like deliveries, client visits, or hauling light equipment), you may still be protected, even if the truck is tied to your business.
The Lemon Law can apply to trucks such as:
- Half-ton and three-quarter-ton pickups (e.g., Ford F-150, Ram 2500)
- Light-duty chassis cab trucks
- Small work trucks used by tradespeople, contractors, or technicians
Heavier-duty commercial vehicles used by larger companies usually fall outside the scope of this law. However, you may still have rights under other consumer protection laws if your truck doesn’t meet the Lemon Law’s criteria.
What Makes a Truck a Lemon?
To qualify under the Lemon Law, your truck must have a “substantial defect” that affects its safety, performance, or use.
Common truck defects that may qualify include:
- Brake failure or electrical problems
- Engine stalling or overheating
- Faulty transmissions
- Steering or suspension issues
- Defective fuel systems
If the defect makes your truck unsafe or unreliable and it continues to happen even after repairs, you may be entitled to financial relief.
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You shouldn’t be stuck with a defective truck that doesn’t do the job it was built for. If you’re facing repeated breakdowns, safety problems, or warranty repairs that never work, there may be legal options available to you with help from American Lemon Law Group. Contact us online or call (877) 311-1133 today to set up a free consultation with an experienced California Lemon Law attorney. We’re ready to get to work for you as soon as you are.