Although Ford Motor Company remains one of the country’s most iconic brands, many people who buy or lease a Ford receive vehicles that suffer from various defects, which significantly affect the vehicle’s reliability, safety, or value. However, when your Ford experiences substantial warranty-covered problems that the company or its authorized dealers cannot fix after a reasonable number of attempts, the California Lemon Law may give you the right to seek justice.

Contact The Barry Law Firm for a FAST & FREE case evaluation with an attorney to learn more about your rights under the Ford Lemon Law in San Diego and discuss how we can help you demand that the manufacturer buy back your lemon. Since 2010, our firm has helped thousands of consumers hold major auto manufacturers accountable and secure financial recovery for vehicles with irreparable defects. And because the law requires manufacturers to pay consumers’ legal costs in a successful claim, we never charge clients for our services, no matter the outcome of their claim. Reach out today to find out how we can help you, too!

Services a Ford Lemon Law Attorney Provides

When you hire a Ford lemon attorney from The Barry Law Firm, you can expect us to diligently pursue a Lemon Law claim for the compensation you deserve for the problems you’ve had with your vehicle. Our Ford legal services include:

• Evaluating the strength of your claim and preparing you for what to expect during the legal process
• Assembling all documentation needed to support your Lemon Law claim, including proof that your Ford vehicle qualifies as a lemon and records of the expenses you’ve incurred due to your faulty vehicle
• Handling all the details of pursuing your Lemon Law claim with Ford to take the stress of dealing with a big corporation off your shoulders
• Negotiating with Ford for an appropriate settlement and taking your case to court if they won’t make a fair offer
• Managing your Lemon Law case from start to finish without ever charging you anything, no matter the outcome of your claim

Common Defects Found in Ford Models

Examples of severe defects that could make a Ford vehicle a lemon include:

• Transmission issues, which can cause unexpected, delayed, or jerky gear shifts, sudden acceleration, and loss of power, creating serious safety hazards and requiring expensive repairs
• Steering issues, including loss of power steering, that make it much harder to control the vehicle and increase the risk of an accident when traveling at highway speeds
• Climate control problems, including an AC that only blows hot air or stops working
• Engine issues, including knocking sounds, rough idling, stalling, or sudden loss of power
• Electrical problems, including rapid battery draining, faulty infotainment systems or external cameras, malfunctioning lights, or electrical shorts
• Fuel system issues, including fuel pump failures, fuel leaks, or clogging of fuel lines
• Door latch issues, which can cause the door to fail to lock or open unexpectedly during vehicle movement
• Brake problems, including loss of braking, vehicle shuddering during braking, or rapid wearing of brake components
• Sealing issues, which can cause water leaks from doors, windows, or sunroofs

When Does a Ford Qualify as a Lemon?

Under California’s Lemon Law, a Ford may qualify as a lemon if it has a defect that substantially affects its use, safety, or value. The defect must be covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty and start while the warranty is still active.

An issue with a vehicle may warrant a Lemon Law claim when Ford or its authorized dealers fail to fix the problem after a reasonable number of repair attempts. A reasonable number of repairs can vary from case to case. If the defect poses a significant danger, California Lemon Law typically considers two or more attempts to fix the problem as reasonable. If the problem is less severe, manufacturers may be entitled to more than two attempts. In certain circumstances, a Ford vehicle may automatically qualify as a lemon if it is out of service for an inordinate amount of time.

During your free consultation with The Barry Law Firm, our attorneys will review your documentation to determine whether you have a strong case that entitles you to restitution under California’s Lemon Law.

What Is the Potential Outcome of a Ford Lemon Law Claim?

California’s Lemon Law provides legal relief for consumers who have purchased or leased lemons. The law allows them to demand that the manufacturer buy the lemon vehicle back from them and compensate them for what they have spent on it, including:

• Down payments
• Loan or lease payments
• Remaining loan or lease balances
• Financing charges
• Sales and use taxes
• Registration fees
• Towing costs
• Out-of-pocket repair expenses
• Rental car and other alternative transportation costs
• Legal fees

What Should I Do If I Think My Ford Is a Lemon?

If you think your Ford may be a lemon, taking prompt action can protect your right to pursue a Lemon Law claim. You should start by following these steps:

• Keep copies of all repair records, which can help document the defect in your vehicle and track the number of repair attempts made by Ford and its authorized dealers to prove that it qualifies as a lemon.
• Document your financial expenses and losses, including your car loan or lease payments, sales taxes, repair invoices, towing fees, or out-of-pocket costs.
• Gather your lease or purchase paperwork to confirm the scope of your original Ford warranty and make sure you have grounds for a warranty claim with Ford.
• Contact a Ford lemon attorney as soon as possible to discuss your right to demand that Ford buy your vehicle back and refund your costs through a Lemon Law claim.

Contact The Barry Law Firm for Help with Your Lemon Ford!

When your new Ford vehicle suffers from serious warranty-covered problems affecting its use, safety, or value that Ford cannot fix after a reasonable number of attempts, you may have the right to pursue a Lemon Law claim. The Barry Law Firm has exclusively practiced Lemon Law since 2010 and has successfully recovered fair compensation for thousands of clients. We make the process as straightforward as possible by not requiring in-person visits to our office unless you prefer them – we’re happy to work with you via phone, email, and fax to resolve your claim. And remember: the manufacturer pays us if we win your Lemon Law case – we’ll never bill you, no matter the outcome.

Contact us today for a fast, free, no-obligation consultation with a Ford lemon lawyer serving San Diego to discuss your legal options under the California Lemon Law.