Ford F-150 Lemon Law

Yes, persistent transmission shudder in the F-150's 10R80 is a substantial impairment of use and safety. Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if Ford has made two or more repair attempts for the same transmission defect or your truck has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative days, you likely qualify for a repurchase or replacement. Document every dealer visit and keep all repair orders referencing the transmission concern.

Carbon buildup causing misfires and power loss within the warranty period is not normal wear and tear. Under California's Song-Beverly Act, the manufacturer must repair defects that substantially impair the vehicle's use, value, or safety. If the walnut blasting or intake valve cleaning Ford performed did not resolve the issue, each failed attempt counts toward your lemon law claim. Retain documentation showing the recurring nature of the problem.

California's Song-Beverly Act generally presumes a vehicle is a lemon after two or more repair attempts for the same defect, or after 30 cumulative days out of service. Repeated SYNC 4 failures that impair your ability to use navigation, backup camera, or hands-free calling can constitute a substantial defect. Keep records of every dealer visit, software update attempted, and any loaner vehicle provided during repairs.

Yes, California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act applies equally to leased vehicles. A recurring electronic parking brake failure is a serious safety defect that substantially impairs the vehicle's use and safety. You are entitled to the same remedies as a purchaser, including a refund of lease payments or a replacement vehicle. Contact a California lemon law attorney, as the manufacturer is required to pay your attorney fees if your claim is successful.