Mazda CX-5 Lemon Law

Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your CX-5 has a substantial defect that the dealer cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts during the warranty period, you may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a full refund. California law generally considers two or more repair attempts for a safety-related defect or four or more attempts for other defects as reasonable.

Yes, recurring transmission problems such as slipping or shuddering in the SkyActiv-Drive 6-speed are considered substantial defects under Song-Beverly. You should document every dealer visit and keep all repair orders. If the dealer has failed to fix the issue after multiple attempts, you likely have a valid Lemon Law claim.

Yes, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act covers both purchased and leased vehicles in California. As a lessee, you are entitled to the same protections, including a refund of lease payments or a replacement vehicle if your CX-5 has a qualifying defect that cannot be repaired.

If your CX-5 qualifies as a lemon, you may receive a full refund of the purchase price including taxes, registration fees, and monthly payments, minus a mileage offset. Alternatively, you can receive a comparable replacement vehicle. The manufacturer is also required to pay your attorney fees and costs under Song-Beverly.