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Lion Lemon

2020-2024 · Full-Size Luxury SUV

Infiniti QX80 Lemon Law Attorney

Repeated problems with your Infiniti QX80? See whether California lemon law may provide a buyback or refund, replacement vehicle, or cash settlement.

Tell us about your QX80's repair history. We'll review whether a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement may be available.

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A quick eligibility check

Your QX80 may qualify if…

These are common indicators under California's Song-Beverly Act. An attorney reviews the full repair and warranty history before determining whether the firm can take a case.

You bought or leased the vehicle in California.

The problem arose while a manufacturer warranty covered the vehicle.

The dealer has had repeated repair opportunities, or the vehicle has spent significant time in the shop.

The defect continues and substantially affects the vehicle's use, value, or safety.

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Individual results vary and depend on the facts of each case. Past results do not guarantee a future outcome.

What happens next

Three straightforward steps

  1. 1

    Share your repair history

    Tell us about the defect, dealer visits, warranty, and time your QX80 spent in the shop.

  2. 2

    An attorney reviews it

    A licensed California attorney reviews the submitted information within 24 hours. The review is free and carries no obligation.

  3. 3

    We explain your options

    If the firm accepts the case, our attorneys handle manufacturer communications and pursue the remedy supported by the facts.

Why Infiniti QX80 Owners Choose Lion Lemon

Attorney-Led Review

Every case is reviewed by a licensed California attorney within 24 hours — not a call center.

$0 Cost to You

Under California Civil Code §1794(d), the manufacturer pays our attorney fees when we win — not you.

California Focus

We only practice California lemon law. Every attorney on our team works on Song-Beverly Act cases daily.

We Handle the Paperwork

We draft your demand letter, negotiate with Infiniti, and handle the filing — you focus on driving.

Why a warranty isn't enough

Your warranty vs. the lemon law

A warranty is a promise to attempt repairs. The lemon law is what protects you when those repairs never stick.

The manufacturer's warranty

  • The manufacturer decides which repairs to attempt.
  • It only obligates them to keep trying — not to actually fix the problem.
  • When the warranty ends, the manufacturer's repair obligation ends.

California's lemon law

  • Kicks in when repeated repairs don't fix a substantial defect.
  • Can require a refund, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement.
  • Your legal claim can survive after the warranty ends — if the defect was reported while it was in force.
  • When you win, the manufacturer pays your attorney fees — not you.
Explore QX80 defects, rights & FAQs

Common Infiniti QX80 Problems

VK56VD 5.6L V8 engine with VVEL (Variable Valve Event and Lift) system experiencing hydraulic timing chain tensioner failures, leading to chain rattle, misfires, and potential engine destruction. The VVEL system oil passages become clogged with debris from inadequate filtration.
Hydraulic Body Motion Control suspension system leaking fluid from the interconnected shock absorbers and hydraulic lines. Leaks result in a harsh, bouncy ride and loss of body roll control. Replacement of the entire hydraulic circuit is often required at significant expense.
Rear differential pinion seal and output shaft seal leaks causing gear oil to drip onto the driveway and, if left unchecked, leading to differential bearing failure and rear axle noise. The QX80 heavy curb weight accelerates wear on drivetrain seals.
Brake rotor warping and premature pad wear due to the QX80 exceeding 5,800 pounds. Owners report steering wheel vibration and pulsation during braking within 15,000 to 20,000 miles of rotor replacement, indicating the factory brake system is undersized for the vehicle weight.
Fuel level sensor and fuel gauge erratic readings showing incorrect fuel levels, including false empty warnings with a partial tank or showing full when nearly empty. The in-tank fuel sender unit corrodes and provides unreliable resistance signals to the instrument cluster.

Your California Lemon Law Rights

Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your Infiniti QX80 has a substantial defect that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, you may be entitled to:

  • Full refund of the purchase price
  • Replacement vehicle of comparable value
  • Cash compensation (cash-and-keep settlement)
  • Attorney's fees paid by the manufacturer

Infiniti QX80 Lemon Law FAQ

My Infiniti QX80 has recurring suspension hydraulic leaks. Does California Lemon Law cover this?

Yes. The Hydraulic Body Motion Control system is a core component of the QX80, and persistent leaks that cannot be repaired under warranty substantially impair the vehicles use, value, and safety. Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, repeated failed repairs of this system would support a strong lemon law claim.

The dealership says my QX80 brake issues are due to normal wear. Can I still make a lemon law claim?

Premature brake wear that occurs far sooner than expected may constitute a design defect rather than normal wear. Under the Song-Beverly Act, if the braking deficiency is caused by a manufacturing or design defect present at the time of sale and covered under warranty, it is not excluded as a wear item. Document the mileage at each brake service to establish that wear is occurring abnormally fast.

I bought my QX80 in another state but I live in California. Which lemon law applies?

California Lemon Law generally applies to vehicles primarily used in California, regardless of where they were purchased. If you registered and drive your QX80 in California, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act protects you. The key factor is where the vehicle is used and repaired, not where the purchase contract was signed.

Can Infiniti make me pay a mileage offset on my QX80 lemon law claim?

Yes. Under the Song-Beverly Act, the manufacturer is entitled to a reasonable mileage offset calculated based on the miles driven before the first repair attempt for the defect. The formula divides the actual miles at first repair by 120,000 and multiplies by the purchase price. Miles driven after reporting the defect are not counted against you, so report problems early to minimize any offset.

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