Mini Cooper S Lemon Law

Yes, under the Song-Beverly Act, if your vehicle has been out of service for repair for a cumulative total of 30 or more calendar days during the warranty period, it may qualify as a lemon. Each day the vehicle is at the dealer counts toward this total, regardless of whether active repairs are being performed.

Yes, you can challenge the dealer's characterization. If the oil consumption substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of your Cooper S, it may qualify as a defect under the Song-Beverly Act. Document every oil top-off and keep receipts for added oil to build a strong record of the issue.

The Song-Beverly Act is California's Lemon Law statute that protects consumers who purchase or lease new vehicles with substantial defects. If MINI cannot conform your Cooper S to its written warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts, you are entitled to a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase price.

California law does not require you to participate in the manufacturer's arbitration program before filing a Song-Beverly lawsuit. While MINI may offer arbitration through a third-party program, participation is voluntary. Many consumers find that proceeding directly with a legal claim produces faster and more favorable results.