Who Regulates Car Dealerships in California?
By Norman Taylor & Associates
January 18, 2022
Lemon Law
In California, we have laws to protect consumers from buying a vehicle that breaks down shortly after driving it off the lot. But what happens to the dealership if they are found to have sold a lemon? To find out, we need to understand who regulates car dealerships in California. The Department of Consumer Affairs...read more
Read MoreLawsuit Filed Over Chevy Bolt EV Blind Spot Monitoring Issues
By Norman Taylor & Associates
September 9, 2021
Chevrolet
Chevy is one of the latest vehicle manufacturers facing a class action lawsuit, which alleges that certain vehicles have faulty blind spot monitors on the passenger side that activate warning lights when there is nothing present in the blind spots. The Blind Spot Monitoring safety system issues allegedly impact 2018-2020 Chevy Bolt EV vehicles. Safety...read more
Read MoreDo Dealers Have to Disclose a Lemon Before Re-selling?
By Norman Taylor & Associates
August 13, 2021
Lemon Law
Can A Dealership Sell You a Former Lemon? Yes, under California law, vehicles that were re-purchased by the dealer as lemons can be re-sold to consumers. These vehicles are typically referred to as Lemon Law buybacks or warranty returns, and there are rules regarding how the dealer goes about re-selling them. Below we review the...read more
Read MoreFord and Lincoln Recall Thousands of Vehicles in July
By Norman Taylor & Associates
July 27, 2021
Auto Recalls, Ford, Lincoln
Ford and Lincoln announced three (3) recalls on July 16, 2021. Yahoo has general information about the batch of summer recalls, which affect hundreds of thousands of cars, trucks, and SUVs. For more specific information about each recall, you can contact the vehicle manufacturer. Ford Recalls More Than 700,000 Explorers Ford has issued the recall of 774,696...read more
Read MoreAvoid the Lemons: How to Choose a Safe Vehicle
By Norman Taylor & Associates
July 16, 2021
Auto Recalls
Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used vehicle, some requirements you are probably looking for are that the vehicle is safe, free of defects, and won’t break down when you’re driving down Interstate 5. Finding a trouble-free car has nothing to do with luck and has everything to do with proper research...read more
Read MoreGM Recalls 2017-2019 Chevy Bolts Over Fire Risk
By Norman Taylor & Associates
July 15, 2021
Chevrolet, General Motors
First Recall Issued In November 2020, GM issued a recall for certain Chevy Bolt EV vehicle models citing a potential fire risk associated with the vehicles’ battery. The recall was specifically associated with 2017-2018 Bolts, as well as some 2019 Bolts. The problematic battery cells were from design level N2.1 and produced in LG Chem’s Ochang, Korea...read more
Read MoreIs there a Fix for the Jeep Gladiator’s Loose Steering?
By Norman Taylor & Associates
June 22, 2021
Jeep
Does your new Jeep Gladiator pull left or right when driving? Is it difficult to steer, or are you finding yourself constantly having to keep the vehicle straight when driving at high speeds? If so, know that you are not alone. Many drivers across the country have reported loose steering and other similar problems with...read more
Read MoreMercedes-Benz Recalls 300k+ Vehicles with Backup Camera Issue
By Norman Taylor & Associates
June 10, 2021
Recalls
Mercedes-Benz is an incredibly popular auto manufacturer in the U.S. Consequently, thousands of consumers are affected when a recall is issued. Recently, Mercedes-Benz reported a software issue that affected the backup cameras of nearly 350,000 vehicles. Vehicles involved include convertibles, coupes, sedans, and SUVs from 2019, 2020, and 2021 model years. Some of the vehicles...read more
Read MoreThe Importance of Preserving Your Car Maintenance Records
By Norman Taylor & Associates
May 24, 2021
Uncategorized
You’ve probably been taught the importance of keeping certain records, such as receipts, identification, pay stubs, medical bills, and financial statements. But there’s one type of document that many people fail to realize the importance of preserving: car maintenance logs. The value of these logs should never be underestimated. In fact, keeping track of all...read more
Read MoreHow to Check for RV & Travel Trailer Recalls
By Norman Taylor & Associates
May 7, 2021
Recalls
Why You Should Check for Recalls Before Going on Vacation As you start planning your summer vacation, you should add “check for vehicle recalls” to your list. Owners of RV and travel trailers know how important it is that their vehicles are well-maintained and ready to go. Part of this is ensuring that any relevant...read more
Read MoreDMV Urges Drivers to See If Their Vehicles Are Part of a Safety Recall
By Norman Taylor & Associates
April 16, 2021
Recalls
In 2020, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued nearly 900 safety recalls affecting more than 55 million vehicles or their parts. Startlingly, only 75% of these recalls were ever fixed. That means 25% of the unfixed ones potentially put you, your passengers, and others on the road at risk. On behalf of the Department of...read more
Read MorePorsche Stops Sales of 2021 Boxster, Cayman, & 718 Spyder
By Norman Taylor & Associates
April 7, 2021
Recalls
Porsche has issued a recall order for their 2021 models, Boxster GTS 4.0, Cayman GTS 4.0, Cayman GT4, & 718 Spyder. They have also halted sales on all unsold models. Reportedly, models with a flat 6-cylinder engine may have a faulty connecting rod. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall document (linked...read more
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