Hyundai Lemon Law in California

Hyundai Lemon Law Overview
Hyundai has grown its market share, but certain vehicles still struggle with major quality defects. California Lemon Law is there to protect you.

 

Common Hyundai Models with Lemon Complaints

• Hyundai Sonata (engine fires, oil consumption)

• Hyundai Elantra (transmission failures)

• Hyundai Tucson (engine and electrical problems)

• Hyundai Santa Fe (stalling, loss of power)

 

Typical Hyundai Lemon Defects

• Engine bearing failure and fires

• Transmission jerking

• Hesitation while accelerating

• Steering pull or drift

• Dashboard warning light failures

 

Hyundai Lemon Law FAQs

Q: Are recalls the same as a lemon law?
A: No, but repeated warranty repairs even after a recall can support a lemon claim.

 

Q: Does lemon law cover hybrids?
A: Yes, hybrids are treated the same under California Lemon Law.

 

Q: What happens to my loan if I win a buyback?
A: The manufacturer pays off the loan balance and returns your down payment, minus allowable mileage offset.

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