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Cash for Clunkers- Let the Buyer Beware

Consumer advocates have called upon the Department of Transportation to investigate two scams they allege are being perpetrated by car dealers participating in the Car Allowance Rebate System, better known as Cash for Clunkers. Spokespersons for two groups, Consumer Action and Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety, claim that some dealers are making customers sign......

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Lemon Law and the Vehicle Business

A consumer recently wrote into the Consumer Action section of the Press of Atlantic City, New Jersey web site, complaining that they had purchased a 12-year old vehicle, and had paid an additional $1,000 for a 1-year warranty. When a defect arose on the vehicle, however, the dealership refused to honor the warranty because it......

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Check Your Buyer’s Guide

The state of Pennsylvania recently joined the 36 other states in objecting to the General Motors bankruptcy case. In a similar manner to other state actions, Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett has stated that state officials have serious concerns about consumer and business rights, ranging from lemon law claims and warranties to state laws regarding......

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Trade In Instead of a Buy Back?

Lemon laws continue to make the headlines. Just this week, Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray announced that the new, restructured General Motors has agreed to, among other items, accept lemon law claims without caps on damages or fees. The agreements came on the heels of four limited objections filed by the AG with the New......

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Dealers ‘Slicing and Dicing’ a Defect

Lemon laws continue to be needed today—and continue to be strengthened in many states. In one example, the state of New Jersey has just enhanced their own lemon laws, which extends the period of vehicle warranty coverage from 18,000 to 24,000 miles. The improved laws will also make a significant distinction between the types of......

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Chrysler Agrees to Honor Lemon Law

After Chrysler’s recent bankruptcy declare, there were numerous reports of check payments for defective vehicles bouncing on consumers. This led to speculation that following their bankruptcy, the company would not be honoring payments owed to consumers for settlements or court findings for them under federal and state lemon laws. This has now changed, as Chrysler......

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Lemon Law: How and When to File a Claim

The lemon law continues to be a source of news throughout the US. Most recently, strengthened lemon law legislation for the state of Oklahoma was signed into law by Governor Brad Henry. Consumers are publicly raising an outcry against Chrysler, who recently declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy and have not been honoring legitimate lemon law claims.......

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When Repeated Repairs Don’t Work

It was recently reported that federal regulators have received over 200 complaints about transmission problems in the 2004 Ford Explorer. The complaints allege that there is a delay between the time when vehicles are shifted into reverse, and when the reverse gear actually engages. Other, more serious complaints state that the SUV may shift from......

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No, A Lemon Isn’t Your Fault

In the current economic climate, it is certainly a “buyer’s market” for automobiles and trucks. If you can qualify for a loan, there are deals to be had. Many dealers are offering “employee pricing” and many other incentives. But even with car dealers eager to make a sale, buyers should beware and understand their rights......

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Why Dealers Brush Off Defective Vehicles

General Motors has just announced the recall of over 2 million defective vehicles, cutting a wide swath across their 2009 production line. Close to 277,000 brands under Buick, GMC, Pontiac and Saturn are being recalled for a faulty gear shift mechanism that may not engage the transmission’s “park” setting. This could cause the vehicle to......

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Lemon Law News

  •   August 13, 2025

    How Long Can a Dealership Hold Your Car for Repair?

    Key Takeaways: Having your car in the shop is frustrating, especially when it feels like it’s taking forever to get fi...
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  •   July 27, 2025

    What to Know About the NHTSA’s GM L87 Investigation

    Key Takeaways: The NHTSA is looking into failures in GM’s L87 6.2L V8 engine after numerous reports of serious issues ...
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  •   June 26, 2025

    How Long Does a Lemon Buyback Take?

    Key Takeaways: Your excitement about a new car can fade fast if you end up with one that has serious, recurring problems...
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  •   May 28, 2025

    What to Know About California’s New Lemon Laws in 2025

    Key Takeaways: California’s Lemon Law is getting some big updates, and if you’ve recently bought a car or you’re d...
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  •   May 8, 2025

    The Most & Least Expensive Car Brands to Maintain in 2025

    Key Takeaways: When you’re shopping for a car, it’s easy to focus on the sticker price. But the real cost of owning ...
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