Polestar Lemon Law Claim Attorneys

Experienced Lemon Law Attorneys Help California Polestar Owners Seek Compensation for Defective Vehicles

Polestar is Volvo’s electric vehicle sub-brand. Like its parent company Volvo, Polestar is headquartered in Sweden, but vehicles are manufactured throughout the world. 

As a sub-brand of Volvo, Polestar relies on Volvo’s reputation and reliability claims to build consumer confidence in its electric vehicles. Unfortunately, not all Polestar vehicles meet the standards promised in this marketing. Some Polestar vehicles have considerable defects that meet California’s definition of “lemon” vehicles.

When you buy a new Polestar, you expect to receive a safe, reliable car. If your Polestar is a lemon, you already know how quickly your expectations were dashed by the reality of repeated breakdowns, vehicle issues, and mounting costs for towing and repairs. Talk to an experienced lemon lawyer at Wirtz Law APC today to learn more about how California lemon law may apply to your situation. 

Reported Issues With Polestar Vehicles

Recently, a spate of issues with the Polestar 2’s battery system made headlines in Europe. Owners report a problem with the car’s drive system that prevents it from being driven – forcing owners to pay the costs of towing the vehicle to an available dealership. To date, about 30 people have faced this issue, which Polestar says is related to the 12-volt battery system. 

One Polestar owner in Sweden reported that his vehicle broke down the day after it was delivered to him. The owner says his Polestar sat in a repair shop for over a month as a result of the issue. 

Polestar claims the problem doesn’t affect all Polestar 2 models. Owners who receive a defective vehicle, however, may face considerable time, money, and stress costs associated with the problem. 

The 12-volt battery problem isn’t the only recently reported issue with Polestar vehicles. Other reported issues include:

• Problems with warning signals related to the car’s propulsion system. The signals persisted even when no issues with the propulsion system could be detected. 
• Problems with the rear brake pads sticking to the surface of the rotors, especially in humid weather. 
• Issues with emergency service dialing and other crisis response connectivity problems. 
• Instances in which the seatbelt light turns off even if the seatbelt is not engaged. Because the seatbelt and airbag systems are connected, this issue may turn off the airbags as well. 
• Cases in which the rear cross-traffic alert system engaged so suddenly that the owner allegedly suffered whiplash, requiring chiropractic treatment. 
• At least one case in which the lane-keeping assist system tried to steer the car onto freeway exits, forcing the driver to wrestle the vehicle back into its lane. 

In all, complaints about the car’s electrical systems appear to be the most common, with safety complaints in second place. At least one recall of certain Polestar vehicles has already been issued as well. 

If your Polestar has these or other ongoing problems, and you’ve taken it to a dealership for repair during the warranty period, you may have a lemon law claim available. An experienced attorney can help you understand how the law applies in your situation. 

How Much is My Polestar Claim Worth?

When a vehicle is deemed a lemon under California’s lemon law, the vehicle’s owner can seek several different types of compensation.

Replacement or Refund

The most well-known compensation under California lemon law is either the replacement of the vehicle with a substantially similar new vehicle or a refund of the purchase price based on a formula included in the lemon law. The owner of the vehicle may choose which one they prefer. 

Incidental and Consequential Damages

California lemon law also requires the automaker to compensate the vehicle owner for “incidental and consequential” costs. These are costs you had to pay because of the vehicle’s defect. 

Common examples of incidental and consequential costs include towing fees. They also include the costs of alternate modes of transportation while your vehicle is broken down or in the shop. For example, the cost of renting another vehicle, rideshare fees, or bus pass expenses fall in this category.

Civil Penalties

In some instances, when the automaker willfully fails to buy back or replace a vehicle that qualifies under California’s lemon law, you may also be able to get civil penalty damages along with your buyback, consequential and incidental damages, and your attorneys fees and costs. When the automaker knows of its legal obligation and does not affirmatively review its repair records for warranty claims, it can be determined to have acted willfully. In that case, you may also be entitled to up to two times your actual damages in addition to your other damages as a civil penalty. The goal is to discourage automakers from violating the law in the future.

Attorneys Fees

Finally, California lemon law requires automakers to pay the reasonable attorney’s fees of a vehicle owner whose vehicle is deemed a lemon. This requirement means that working with an experienced lemon lawyer may cost you little or nothing out of pocket. Schedule a free consultation with the team at Wirtz Law APC to learn more about how this rule applies. 

Contact a Dedicated Polestar Lemon Law Attorney in California Today

Dealing with a defective vehicle can be expensive, stressful, and time-consuming. Yet those who purchase lemon vehicles have legal rights. The skilled lemon law attorneys at Wirtz Law APC can help you protect your rights and seek the best possible outcome in your case. 

The experienced lemon law attorneys at Wirtz Law APC help clients throughout California, including clients in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County. If you suspect your vehicle is a lemon, contact us today to schedule a free, confidential case evaluation.