Cadillac Escalade Lemon Law

Yes, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act covers defects that substantially impair the use, value, or safety of your Escalade. If the dealership has been unable to fix the excessive oil consumption after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the warranty period, you may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a full refund. Persistent engine defects like this are strong grounds for a lemon law claim.

Under California law, a vehicle is presumed to be a lemon if the same defect has been subject to two or more repair attempts for a safety-related issue, or four or more attempts for other warranty defects. Alternatively, if your Escalade has been out of service for more than 30 cumulative days for warranty repairs, it may also qualify. These thresholds apply during the manufacturer warranty period or within 18 months of delivery.

Absolutely. The Song-Beverly Act protects both purchasers and lessees of new vehicles in California. If your leased Escalade has a recurring defect that the dealer cannot fix within a reasonable number of attempts, you have the same rights as an owner. You may be entitled to a refund of all lease payments made plus any associated costs such as registration fees and incidental damages.

You should retain every repair order, work invoice, and service receipt from the dealership, as these prove the number of repair attempts and the days your vehicle was out of service. Keep records of any communication with the dealer or General Motors customer service, including emails and call logs. Photographs or videos of the defect occurring, along with a written log of dates and symptoms, will further strengthen your Song-Beverly Act claim.