Category Archives: California Lemon Law

Spiders Causing Problems In Automobiles

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A recent recall by Mazda for their Mazda6 vehicles have owners bringing in their cars for spiders that spin a web in a fuel line causing a blockage in the line. Reports released by Honda and Hyundai also warn dealers to keep an eye out for the problematic spiders. Honda said they have known about the spiders since issuing a Technical Service Bulletin back in July of 2009. The spiders have been crawling into a vent pipes createing blockages, but the only symptom Honda drivers have seen is the check engine light coming on.

The yellow sac spider is indigenous to most northern states in the U.S. and accounts for a large percentage of spider bites in America. For most people the bites are only an irritation, although in some cases they cause a more severe reaction.

Ford Announces Two Truck Recalls

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Ford has issued a recall for certain 2010 Ranger trucks manufactured from October 15, 2009 to May 19 2010 for a problem that could lead to an engine fire. A fuel line in the area of the throttle body shield may not have a protective cover installed properly The edge of the shield may contact the fuel line and chafe through resulting in a fuel leak. Dealers will inspect for fuel line and trim the shield back to give proper clearance.

Ford will also be recalling certain vehicles manufactured between October 25, 2010 to November 20, 2010 for body control modules (BCM) that could develop an electrical short which could lead to a fire. The vehicles recalled for this problem includes:

  • 2011 FORD F-150
  • 2011 FORD F-250
  • 2011 FORD F-350
  • 2011 FORD F-450
  • 2011 FORD F-550
  • 2011 FORD EDGE
  • 2011 LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS

Owners wanting more information may contact the Ford Motor Company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Honda Recalls Fit For Engine Problems

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Honda Fit Recalled for Engine ProblemsHonda has announced a recall that will affect about 100,000 2009-2010 Fit vehicles in the United States and almost 700,000 Honda vehicles world wide. The problem is being blamed on a spring in the engine that can break over time causing engine noises, stalling and potential engine damage. Owners of recalled vehicles will be notified by the manufacturer starting early March. You can find out if the recall applies to your vehicle by going online to www.recalls.honda.com or by calling (800) 999-1009 and selecting option 4.

Second Row Seats Recalled On 2011 Ford Explorer

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2011 ford explorer rear seat recallFord has announced a recall involving some 2011 Explorer Trucks with second row 60% seating with manual recliner mechanisms. These trucks, built between July 15, 2010 to December 13, 2010, may have components that are not built to the proper dimensional specifications. As a result, they fail to conform to the the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standard seating systems, and may not provide the required strength during an accident.

Ford will notify owners staring February 14, where dealers will repair the seats free of charge. Owners wanting more information may contact the Ford Motor Company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332, or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration safety hotline at at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Delsack & Associates California Lemon Law Buybacks

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Here at the Law Offices of Delsack & Associates, we represent our clients to the highest legal standards. In over 23 years of helping California consumers, we have successfully represented thousands of clients throughout the state in all types of lemon law cases, with all vehicle manufacturers. We are especially proud of the fact that in more than 9 out of 10 of these cases we are able to reach satisfactory settlements without litigation, making the settlements fast and stress free for our clients. The high standards we have set to represent only those clients with legitimate lemon law claims means that we do not compromise our integrity or reputation. Our goal is not to be the “largest” lemon law firm in California, but to continue to be the best.

Below is a list of some of our most recent success stories where we helped consumers get settlements for their lemons:

  • 1. 2008 Nissan Versa: Full buyback – Corona, CA – 26,968 miles
  • 2. 2008 BMW 335i: Full buyback – Beverly Hills, CA – 16,442 miles
  • 3. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox: Full buy back – Torrance, CA – 21,236 miles
  • 4. 2008 Buick Enclave: Full buyback – Daly City, CA – 20,630 miles
  • 5. 2008 Chevrolet HHR: Cash and Keep – Burbank, CA – 30,320 miles
  • 6. 2011 Toyota Camry: Full buyback – Fontana, CA – 9,315 miles
  • 7. 2007 BMW 750i: Full buyback – Los Angeles, CA – 22,935 miles
  • 8. 2008 Audi: Cash and Keep – Fullerton, CA – 34,706 miles
  • 9. 2007 Ford F250: Full buyback – Bonita, CA – 50,003 miles
  • 10. 2008 Cadillac CTS: Cash and Keep – Glendale, CA – 27,280 miles

If you are in California and feel that you may have a lemon, contact our lemon law offices, or fill out our Lemon Law Case Review, for a FREE consultation.

Anywhere in California (free call): 1.888.ExLemon (395.3666)

  • California Lemon Law in Los Angeles: 310-475-1700
  • California Lemon Law in San Francisco: 415-285-5366
  • California Lemon Law in San Diego: 619-229-6900
  • California Lemon Law in Orange County: 949-856-4333
  • California Lemon Law in Palm Springs: 760-395-1000
  • California Lemon Law in San Fernando Valley: 818-837-0500

Toyota Lexus Recall For Fuel Leaks

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lexus recall for fuel leaksToyota has announced a Safety Recall involving approximately 245,000 Lexus vehicles to inspect the fuel pressure sensor installation. The problem is being blamed on insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to certain engine fuel delivery pipes (those with Nickel Phosphorus plating), As a result, the pressure sensor could loosen over time leading to a possible fuel leak. The vehicles involved in this recall are:

  • 2006 – 2007 Lexus GS300/350
  • 2006 – 2009 Lexus IS250
  • 2006 – 2008 Lexus IS350

Lexus dealers will inspect the vehicle for fuel leakage and tighten the fuel pressure sensor with the proper torque. If a fuel leak is confirmed, the gasket between the sensor and the delivery pipe will be replaced and the sensor will be tightened with the proper torque. The inspection and work performed will be conducted at no charge to the vehicle owner. Owners will receive a safety recall notice by first class mail once parts are available. Owners wanting more information on the recall can contact Lexus Customer Satisfaction at 1-800-25 LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987 or at www.lexus.com/recall.

Toyota Motor Corporation also announced another recall involving 1.3 million vehicles worldwide to remedy a different condition on a different fuel delivery pipe and a high pressure fuel pump check valve, but this recall does not involve vehicles sold in North America.

GM Expands Recall For Rear Axle Cross Pins

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A recent recall for improperly heat treated rear axle cross pins on some GM trucks and SUVs is being expanded to include another 25,000 vehicles. The original recall included:

  • 2011 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  • 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
  • 2011 Chevrolet Silverado LD
  • 2011 GMC Sierra LD

GM told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it had expanded the recall because some faulty parts were used in production through to Jan. 3 of this year. The new recall includes:

  • 2011 Cadillac Escalade
  • 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV
  • 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
  • 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
  • 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
  • 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
  • 2011 GMC Canyon
  • 2011 GMC Sierra
  • 2011 GMC Yukon
  • 2011 GMC Yukon XL

GM said they know of one incident in which a driver experienced a loss of power to the axle, but are not aware of any crashes or injuries related to the condition. They are urging drivers not to use the vehicles until the problem is fixed.

Vehicle Safety Picks For 2011

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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has come out with their annual list of top safety picks for the 2011 model year vehicles. This year they recognized 66 vehicles, more than double that of last year. Hyundai and their affiliate Kia as well as Volkswagen and their affiliate Audi lead the insurance industry’s list with nine vehicles on the safest new vehicles list. Below are some of the automobile manufactures and their vehicles that made the list.

  • Audi – A3 sedan, A4 sedans, Q5 SUV
  • BMW – 5 series (except 4-wheel drive and V8)
  • Buick – LaCrosse, Regal
  • Cadillac – CTS, SRX
  • Chevrolet – Malibu, Cruze, Equinox
  • Chrysler – 200 4-door
  • Dodge – Avenger, Journey
  • Ford – Taurus, Fusion, Fiesta sedan and hatchback built after July 2010, Explorer, Flex
  • GMC – Terrain
  • Honda – Civic 4-door models (except Si) with optional electronic stability control, Element
  • Hyundai – Genesis sedan, Sonata midsize, Santa Fe, Tucson
  • Infinite – M37/M56 (except M56x 4-wheel drive)
  • Jeep – Grand Cherokee, Patriot with optional side torso airbags
  • Kia – Optima, Forte, Soul, Sorento built after March 2010, Sportage
  • Lexus – RX
  • Lincoln – MKS, MKZ, MKT
  • Mercedes – C class, E class coupe, E class sedan, GLK
  • Mitsubishi – Lancer sedan (except 4-wheel drive)
  • Nissan – Cube
  • Scion – tC, xB
  • Subaru – Legacy, Outback, Impreza sedan and hatchback (except WRX), Tribeca, Forester
  • Toyota – Avalon, Corolla, Sienna, Highlander, Venza
  • Volkswagen – Jetta sedan, Jetta SportWagen, Golf 4-door, GTI 4-door , Touareg, Tiguan
  • Volvo – C30, S80, XC60, XC90