Acura Lemon Law Lawyer in California

Since the late 1980s, Acura has been a staple in America’s luxury import vehicles. If you’re like many Acura owners, you likely bought yours due to its reliability, comfort, and design—but what if it’s not as reliable as the dealership advertised?

That exciting “new car” feeling turns sour real quick when you realize you’ve purchased a lemon. Just remember this: if your Acura dealer sold you a lemon, you have rights.

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Is Your Acura a Lemon?

A ‘lemon’ is classified as a vehicle exhibiting significant defects or malfunctions. If you were promised a safe Acura straight off the lot but noticed performance or safety issues shortly after purchase, you probably bought a lemon.

Lemons are extremely unsafe. Acura models that have qualified as lemons include:

  • Acura CL
  • Acura TLX
  • Acura ILX
  • Acura RLX
  • Acura RDX
  • Acura MDX

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Common Lemon Law Defects in Acuras

Today’s vehicles are built safer and stronger than ever—but that doesn’t mean things don’t go wrong on the assembly line. According to California’s Department of Consumer Affairs, the lemon law covers new and used vehicles that come with the manufacturer’s new vehicle warranty.

If your Acura is exhibiting problems like the ones below, you have a right to a full refund or replacement.

Engine failure.

If your vehicle is consistently stalling, overheating, or experiencing electrical issues, your Acura’s engine could be failing. Other signs like grinding or screeching may indicate engine failure.

Faulty computer system.

Stalling and misfiring when idle is one of the earliest signs of a faulty computer system.

Oils or other fluids leaking.

Red, green, or brown fluid leaking from your Acura isn’t normal. These leaks may be coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, or power steering fluid.

Clutch issues or transmission jerking.

A clutch that slips or a transmission that jerks between gear shifts could mean your car is a lemon.

Malfunctioning brake components.

Brakes that feel stiff or spongy can lead to detrimental accidents on the road.

Locking steering wheel.

A steering wheel that locks up will typically feel stiff. Your vehicle won’t be able to move from left to right and your keys may not even turn the ignition.

Rattling suspension.

Poor suspension can cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Signs include noises like rattles, squeaks, and knocks.

Check engine light is on.

A check engine light that’s illuminating shortly after purchase isn’t normal.
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Acura Recalls

The Takata Airbag Recall

Acura unfortunately isn’t a stranger to recalls. You may remember the largest Acura recall which involved over one million Acuras manufactured from 2003 to 2014. Vehicles with Takata airbags were under recall due to the airbag itself exploding upon deployment. This dangerous malfunction led to serious injuries and even deaths.

Acceleration and Stalling Defects

Acura models MDX and RDX ranging from 2016 to 2020 have been known to cause sudden and serious problems. Some models have exhibited sudden gear shifts, meaning the transmission switches out of gear without the driver doing anything. Another issue is hesitation on acceleration, meaning the car won’t accelerate regardless of the driver’s actions.

Acura Lemon Law Buyback

Once it’s been determined that your vehicle is a lemon, and it is still under warranty, Acura is required to buy it back. When Acura buys your car back, they are essentially buying everything back—including sales tax and license and registration fees.

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How Long Do I Have to File a Claim Against Acura?

In California, you have four years to file a lemon law claim. This doesn’t mean you should wait the full four years to file; the sooner, the better chance at securing maximum compensation.

The statute of limitations typically starts at the end of the written new car warranty. If you wait too long to file, you could miss your opportunity on a cash settlement from Acura.

Do California Lemon Laws Apply to Used and Leased Cars?

Lemon laws apply to both used and leased vehicles, but compensation is different. Those who leased can expect compensation for the amount they already paid and a buy-out of the remainder of the lease agreement. Drivers who purchased a used Acura can still qualify for compensation only if:

– The Acura is still covered by its original warranty.
– The Acura was sold with a written factory warranty.

Get Maximum Reward for Your Acura Lemon

If your Acura qualifies as a lemon, you have a right to compensation. We understand that purchasing a vehicle is one of the largest investments you’ll make in life—so if your investment turns out to be a lemon, we’re ready to help.

We’ve recovered over 100 million dollars in settlements for our clients thanks to:

  • Our team of expert lemon law attorneys
  • Our proven track record
  • Zero fees unless we win your case

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Acura Lemon Law FAQs

Absolutely! In fact, the California lemon law exclusively protects vehicles still under warranty.
Yes, if you successfully pursue a lemon law claim and opt for a buy-back, you will be required to return your defective Acura to the manufacturer.
If you believe you have a lemon law case on your hands, it’s important to keep all documentation of repair attempts, maintain records of communication between yourself and the manufacturer and/or dealer, and seek legal counsel from a lemon law attorney.
Yes, both leased and used vehicles qualify under the lemon law so long as they were leased or purchased from a certified dealer and are under warranty.
It costs you nothing to hire a lemon law attorney from Golden Lemon by Compass Law Group, LLP. That’s because we don’t charge you a penny unless we win. In California, manufacturers are legally required to cover the legal fees associated with lemon law claims. This means you can let the manufacturer pay your lawyer’s bill.

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