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2023-2024 · Extended SUV
Land Rover Defender 130 Lemon Law Attorney
Repeated problems with your Land Rover Defender 130? See whether California lemon law may provide a buyback or refund, replacement vehicle, or cash settlement.
Tell us about your Defender 130'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 Defender 130 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
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Share your repair history
Tell us about the defect, dealer visits, warranty, and time your Defender 130 spent in the shop.
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An attorney reviews it
A licensed California attorney reviews the submitted information within 24 hours. The review is free and carries no obligation.
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We explain your options
If the firm accepts the case, our attorneys handle manufacturer communications and pursue the remedy supported by the facts.
Why Land Rover Defender 130 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 Land Rover, 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 Defender 130 defects, rights & FAQs
Common Land Rover Defender 130 Problems
Your California Lemon Law Rights
Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your Land Rover Defender 130 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
Land Rover Defender 130 Lemon Law FAQ
Is the Defender 130 covered under the California Lemon Law if the third-row seats malfunction?
Yes, a persistent third-row seat power-fold mechanism failure substantially impairs the use and value of the Defender 130, which is specifically designed and marketed as a three-row vehicle. Under the Song-Beverly Act, if the dealer has been unable to permanently repair the seat mechanism after a reasonable number of attempts, you may be entitled to a refund or replacement. The defect does not need to be safety-related to qualify.
Can I file a California Lemon Law claim on my Defender 130 if the water leak has caused secondary electrical damage?
Yes, and the secondary damage from the water intrusion actually strengthens your claim. Under the Song-Beverly Act, a defect that causes cascading failures demonstrates that the vehicle's condition substantially impairs both its use and safety. The manufacturer is responsible for all warranty repairs necessitated by the original defect, including corroded wiring harnesses and damaged electronic modules caused by the leak.
How does the California Lemon Law handle a Defender 130 that has been out of service for extended repair periods?
Under the Song-Beverly Act, if your Defender 130 has been out of service for warranty repairs for a cumulative total of 30 or more calendar days, a rebuttable presumption arises that the vehicle is a lemon. This 30-day threshold includes all warranty-related shop time, not just repairs for a single defect. Days spent waiting for parts while the vehicle is at the dealer count toward this total as well.
Does the California Lemon Law cover towing-related engine problems in my Defender 130?
Yes, as long as you were towing within the manufacturer's published specifications and the defect is covered by the factory warranty. Land Rover rates the Defender 130 for towing, so engine or transmission defects that arise during normal towing use are warranty-covered conditions. The manufacturer cannot deny a lemon law claim simply because the vehicle was used for its intended towing purpose within the rated capacity.
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