Why You Need a Ford Lemon Law Attorney
California lemon law claims are complicated, and it is important to note that not every vehicle defect constitutes a lemon. In short, the defect must affect the use, safety, or value of your Ford truck or car. You may also have a valid claim if your vehicle has been out of service for an extended period of time.
In any event, the dealer must be given a reasonable number of attempts to repair the vehicle, which can be as few as two in some cases. For this reason, it is crucial to keep all repair invoices which will serve as valuable evidence in your lemon law claim.
Trust the team at Wirtz Law to handle all the details of your claim, take over all communications with the automaker, dealer, and opposing counsel, and help you achieve a positive outcome. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to a vehicle replacement or refund.
While many lemon law claims can be resolved through settlement negotiations, we are always prepared for trial. If we can demonstrate that Ford or the dealer wilfully violated provisions of the California lemon law, you may also be entitled to additional civil penalty damages of up to two times your actual damages. Above all, our aggressive lemon law attorneys fight to win.
Common Problems With Ford Vehicles
Ford has shifted its focus to trucks and SUVs and curtailed its production of sedans (to only 2 models) to cut costs. Despite the popularity of Ford trucks, the automaker’s vehicles continue to experience serious defects, including:
- Engine issues — A variety of Ford trucks and cars have suffered from engine issues that affected the vehicles’ reliability and increased the risk of engine fires
- Transmission problems — Ford trucks, particularly the flagship Ford 150, have numerous issues with transmission roll pins, which has led to recalls
- Oil leaks — Ford models, especially the Ford Aerostar, are prone to major oil leaks which can lead to engine damage
- Power steering issues — Ford vehicles have experienced power steering problems, many drivers of the Ford Falcon have reported their cars pulling to one side
- Handling issues — Similar to the power steering issue, drivers of numerous Fords have reported that the car veers one way or the other, especially when driving at higher speeds
- Spark plug issues — Drivers of the Ford Explorer and other models have reported all types of spark plug defects
- Air conditioning defects — The air conditioning and ventilation systems have failed in a number of Ford vehicles like the Ford Edge SE, which can be problematic when driving in a high-temperature environment
- Bodywork issues — Rust, metal changes, peeling paint, and other bodywork damage have impacted a number of Ford makes and models
- Exhaust problems — Ford vehicles are prone to exhaust defects and breaking exhausts, resulting in excessive exhaust noise
- Connectivity issues — Ford vehicles have recently experienced connectivity issues with infotainment systems where software fails to communicate with drivers’ phones and voice recognition or freezes entirely
If your Ford truck or car has experienced ongoing defects that the dealer cannot repair, our lemon law attorneys will fight for your rights in and out of the courtroom.
