If you own or lease a new or used Jeep that has a defect, you may be entitled to financial compensation or another remedy from the manufacturer under the Jeep Lemon Law. In California, the Lemon Law makes auto manufacturers responsible for repairing defective vehicles. If repairs are not possible within a reasonable number of attempts, the consumer is entitled to a refund, cash settlement, or vehicle replacement. To find out if you have a Jeep Lemon Law case, contact Young & Young APC for a free review with an attorney.
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Our attorneys exclusively handleCalifornia Lemon Law cases. We have in-depth knowledge of how these cases work and years of experience going up against major auto manufacturers.
We make the Jeep Lemon Law process easy. Most of these cases are resolved without needing an in-person attorney-client meeting. Our lawyers will handle everything from start to finish.
You won’t pay anything upfront. Unlike other Jeep Lemon Law firms, we don’t charge any fees upfront, including a retainer fee.
How a Lemon Law Attorney Can Help
When you file a Jeep Lemon Law case, you are communicating, negotiating, and potentially litigating against the manufacturing company: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. Automakers have representatives and legal teams that have spent years fighting claims and saving the company money. The best way to even the playing field is by hiring a lemon law attorney. Your attorney will go up against Jeep and its lawyers for you to pursue the best possible case results while you focus on moving forward. In California, the Lemon Law requires manufacturers to pay for a consumer’s reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.
Do You Drive a 2017+ Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Compass, or Jeep Renegade?
If you own or lease a Jeep and experience the inconvenience of a chronic or persistent problem, it may be a lemon. Reported Jeep Lemon Law issues include: engine, suspension, transmission, steering, electrical system, cooling system and airbags. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the following Jeep models received consumer complaints from 2020 to 2022:
▴make
model
n
JEEP
GRAND CHEROKEE
1,360
JEEP
CHEROKEE
1,157
JEEP
WRANGLER
929
JEEP
COMPASS
403
JEEP
RENEGADE
306
JEEP
PATRIOT
280
JEEP
GLADIATOR
142
JEEP
LIBERTY
126
JEEP
COMMANDER
43
JEEP
WAGONEER
14
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The total number of consumer complaints regarding Jeep vehicles during this time period was 4,760, placing it third on the list of automobile manufacturers in terms of the number of complaints (behind Ford and Chevrolet).
Recent Jeep Recalls
Throughout Jeep’s history, this brand has been involved in several major vehicle recalls due to product and part defects. A recall is a public notice regarding a known defect that could endanger consumers. Examples include:
2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles: battery pack defects.
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L: taillight side marker malfunctions.
2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango: antilock-brake system problems.
Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles with smart lighting modules: software issues.
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer: airbag malfunctions.
2020 Jeep Wrangler: fuel supply line cracks.
You can look up your specific Jeep using the VIN on the NHTSA’s website to check for a safety issue or vehicle recall. Note that your Jeep does not have to be part of a recall, however, to file a Lemon Law case.
Do You Think Your New or Used Jeep Is a Lemon? Contact Us
Any defect that affects the use, safety, or value of your Jeep and is covered under an express or implied warranty could qualify you for a Lemon Law claim in California. This type of case can require the auto manufacturer to cover your related costs, as well as replace the defective vehicle or give you a refund (Jeep buyback). If desired, you could also elect a cash settlement instead.
You don’t have to deal with a Jeep Lemon Law case alone. Contact Young & Young APC to work with an attorney who has years of experience handling these cases and going up against powerful auto manufacturers such as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. Call (833) 536-6600 today to request your free case consultation.
