Purchasing a new Chevrolet vehicle represents more than just a financial investment—it’s an emotional milestone. That new car smell, the pristine interior, and the promise of reliable transportation for years to come create a sense of excitement and accomplishment. But when unexpected defects emerge and persist despite multiple repair attempts, that excitement quickly transforms into frustration, disappointment, and stress.
If you’re experiencing ongoing issues with your Chevrolet vehicle, seek out help from an experienced team of lemon law lawyers.
At American Lemon Law Group, we understand both the technical aspects of Chevrolet vehicles and the built up frustration when faced with recurrent car issues.
With extensive experience handling lemon law claims against almost all major manufacturers, our team of Los Angeles lemon law lawyers is ready to help you navigate the lemon law process and secure the compensation you deserve.
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How Can Chevrolet Lemon Law Help Me?
California’s lemon law provides significant protections for consumers who have purchased or leased defective Chevrolet vehicles. When your Chevy experiences persistent issues that substantially impair its use, value, or safety despite reasonable repair attempts, you may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a buyback (refund).
The law recognizes that you shouldn’t be stuck with a defective vehicle that doesn’t meet the standards promised by the manufacturer. Recent updates to California’s lemon law have further clarified the process, though some changes will impact how claims are filed starting in 2025.
If you’re experiencing recurring problems with your Chevrolet vehicle, the lemon law may entitle you to:
- A complete buyback of your vehicle, including reimbursement for your down payment, monthly payments, registration fees, and other expenses (minus a usage fee)
- A replacement vehicle of comparable value
- Cash compensation in certain circumstances
Is Your Chevrolet a Lemon Car?
To qualify as a “lemon” under California law, your Chevrolet must have defects that substantially impair its use, value, or safety. These defects must be covered under the manufacturer’s warranty and must persist despite a reasonable number of repair attempts.
While there’s no specific number of repair attempts defined in the law, California has established guidelines that create a presumption that your vehicle is a lemon if any of the following occur within 18 months of delivery or 18,000 miles, whichever comes first:
- Two or more repair attempts for a defect that could cause death or serious injury
- Four or more repair attempts for the same defect
- The vehicle has been out of service for repairs for a total of 30 days or more (not necessarily consecutive)
It’s important to note that recent legal changes have affected the statute of limitations for lemon law claims. Under Assembly Bill 1755, which becomes effective in phases starting January 1, 2025, consumers will have one year after the final warranty expires to file a lawsuit or six years total after the delivery of a vehicle.
Common Chevrolet Defects That May Qualify for Lemon Law Claims
Based on documented recalls and technical service bulletins, several Chevrolet models have experienced recurring issues that may qualify for lemon law protection:
- Tahoe/Suburban False Automatic Emergency Braking: 2024 models face investigation for false automatic emergency braking activation, which can create dangerous driving conditions.
How Does Chevrolet Lemon Law Buyback Work?
If your Chevrolet qualifies as a lemon, you have several options for pursuing compensation. The process typically involves the following steps:
- Documentation: Gather all repair orders, service records, and communications with the dealership and manufacturer.
- Legal Consultation: Speak with a qualified lemon law attorney who can evaluate your case and explain your options.
- Demand Letter: Your attorney will send a formal demand letter to Chevrolet outlining your claim and requesting appropriate compensation.
- Negotiation: In many cases, Chevrolet may respond with a settlement offer to resolve the claim without litigation.
- Litigation: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, your attorney will file a lawsuit on your behalf.
Calculating Your Buyback Amount
If your Chevrolet qualifies for a buyback, you’re entitled to recover:
- The full purchase price including taxes and fees
- Registration fees
- Finance charges
- Rental car expenses and towing costs related to the defect
- Minus a usage fee based on the mileage before the first repair attempt
The usage fee is calculated using a specific formula: (Purchase price × miles driven before the first repair attempt) ÷ 120,000. This formula ensures that you’re only charged for the value of the vehicle you actually received before problems began.
Will Chevrolet Buyback My Car?
Chevrolet’s willingness to offer a buyback depends on several factors, including the nature and severity of the defects, your documentation of repair attempts, and the strength of your legal claim. While some manufacturers resist buyback requests initially, a strong case presented by an experienced California lemon law attorney significantly increases your chances of a favorable outcome.
To maximize your chances of a successful buyback claim, you should:
- Report all issues to your Chevrolet dealership promptly
- Follow the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations
- Keep detailed records of all repair visits, including dates, descriptions of problems, and copies of repair orders
- Document any conversations with service personnel or Chevrolet representatives
- Consult with a lemon law attorney before accepting any settlement offers
Manufacturer Defense Tactics
Be aware that Chevrolet may attempt to defend against lemon law claims by arguing:
- The defect does not substantially impair the vehicle’s use, value, or safety
- The issue resulted from abuse, neglect, or unauthorized modifications
- They haven’t been given a reasonable number of repair attempts
- The statute of limitations has expired
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If you’re struggling with a defective Chevrolet vehicle that the dealership can’t seem to fix, don’t continue dealing with the frustration and inconvenience on your own. You deserve a model that works!
Our firm has successfully represented numerous Chevrolet owners in lemon law claims, securing buybacks, replacements, and cash settlements. We understand the technical aspects of Chevrolet vehicles, the manufacturer’s warranty obligations, and the emotional stress that comes with owning a defective vehicle.
In addition to Chevrolet vehicles, we’ve successfully helped our clients with their lemon claims against other manufacturers including:
We handle all cases on a contingency basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Don’t wait until it’s too late to assert your rights. Contact us today online or call us at (877) 311-1133 for a free case evaluation and take the first step toward resolving your Chevrolet lemon law claim.