Many drivers of certain General Motors, LLC SUVs across the U.S. have been complaining about an abnormal shaking with their cars over the years. This problem has become so widespread, that it’s become quite un-affectionately dubbed the “Chevy Shake.” A quick online search of this term will reveal consumers widely reporting this issue to GM […]
There is a new state fund for consumer protection, with over $450,000.00 in it that remains untapped and so far, unhelpful to consumers. The use of the fund is for situations where (like my current client, Mr. Hevelone) a consumer has traded in a vehicle on the purchase of another, expected it to be paid […]
We’ve all been hearing about and voting in favor of “tort reform” for about 20 years now. It sounds great. We are told again and again that the court system has evolved into “Jackpot Justice” because of all of the “frivolous lawsuits” and “out of control juries” and a court system that is simply being […]
If you have a 2009 – 2012 BMW X5 model you may want to have it looked at. In Canada, they are recalling some 5,500 of them for problems with the power steering. Here’s a link to the story: 2009 -2012 BMW x5 Power Steering Recall
Going all the way back to the Pinto, Ford seems to have a bit of a history with their vehicles catching on fire. This recall concerns new 2013 Escape and Fusion models that may have engine overheating problems and catch fire. I guess the more things change, the more they stay the same… Here’s the […]
Beautiful car IF you can get it to go where you steer it. Honda has yet another recall for safety related (steering) issues. Honda is now giving the phrase “old reliable” a whole new meaning, where in the 80s and 90s you could truly depend on their vehicles being almost problem free, Honda AND Toyota […]
NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has recalled a number of 2012 Nissan Armadas and Titans. The issue revolves around the proper wheel size for the vehicles and the failure to note same on its labeling. Apparently, if the wrong size wheels are placed on the vehicle they are significantly more likely to crash. […]
Having power steering troubles with your 2009-2012 BMW X5 Deisel? Hope you don’t find out by accident! I had no idea BMW sold so many Deisel SUVs here in the US. Anyhow, they are recalling some 29,000 of them starting in the new year. If you prefer not to wait for the problem to show […]
The 36th annual Gallup Poll on honesty and professions is out and once again the lowest of the low…? Car Salespeople. “Car salespeople’s perceived honesty has never climbed out of the single-digit range in the history of the list,” according to Gallup. Even Lawyers rank higher thank goodness : ) Here’s a link to the […]
Honda to Recall 800,000 Vehicles If your Honda Pilot, Odyssey, or Acura MDX from around 2003 -2006 just wont crank up, you may be getting help soon. 800,000 Hondas and Acuras recalled
While one of these guys is getting out for the holidays he’s left with a bit of restitution to pay off for steeling from folks! Justice done. Car Dealer Does Jail Time
So, you’re driving down the highway and all the sudden your hood pops up? That’s what can and has happened on these 2008-2010 model Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon trucks. GM now has a recall out to “fix” the problem. If you are concerned about this fix or are having this and other problems with […]
These recalls go from top to bottom on this car or from the panoramic roof to the emergency brakes. Read about the recalls here: Hyundai Safety Recalls If you have concerns over your Hyundai, contact us. There’s a good chance if you are in California, we can get you relief. UPDATE: More cars recalled!
This new recall to begin in January concerns 5,800 different Mercedes-Benz vehicles manufactured from April 18, 2011 through July 12, 2011 and include S400, S550, S550 4Matic, S63 AMG, C300, C300 4Matic, E350, GLK350, GLK350 4Matic, CL550 4Matic and CL63 AMG models from 2011 and 2012 model years! The recall relates to the fuel system and may […]
Volvo is back in the news in a not so good way. The car company is having issues on its S80 models from years 2011 through 2013. The issue could cause the vehicle to stall in traffic which is not what one would hope for when driving this beauty. If you’ve had the issues (read about […]
Apparently Lexus (many models and many years) vehicles have some serious paint issues. They are chipping everywhere and for no good reason. The stories are all over the net. If you are in California and experiencing these issues and Lexus has failed to deal with them to your satisfaction, please contact us to see if we can help. […]
a wide array of models all the way from 2006 through 2012 encompassing certain Forester, Legacy, Outback and Tribeca models. If you have one of these vehicles feel free to contact us for direction. Read more about the recalls here: Subaru fire recalls
Polaris Ranger Off Highway Vehicles are under recall regarding control and safety issues. Read more about this here: Polaris Recall Should you need further assistance on your matter, feel free to contact us in CA @ Kaufman Law Offices
So, this Yo Yo looks harmless right? Did you think when you drove off the car lot with your car they could Yo Yo you back and take the car away? Legally, car dealers in CA think they can and do this all the time. After all, they have all the cards. They have your […]
Now comes word from Mitsubishi that many of its electric vehicles are safe even though they are experiencing brake problems. You can decide for yourself. If you are concerned about your Mitsubishi EV with brake problems, we can help. California Lemon Lawyers
Did you know that a seller (with few exceptions) of a vehicle in CA has to smog the vehicle BEFORE the sale? This […]
What is the new Chrysler up to these days? Much of the same it seems. This massive recall covers full size and midsize pickup trucks including Ram 1500 pickups from 2009 through 2012 as well as Dodge Dakota pickups from 2009 to 2011. Also included in the recall are 2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango SUVs. If […]
Just a few Super Storm Sandy ruined vehicles on a runway! One car dealer says, “Just bring a mechanic, an attorney and an accountant with you when you buy a car!” As they used to say on “Hill Street Blues” “Hey, be Careful out there!”
Porsche 911 Carrera Looks like a few of these beauties are have rear end issues. More specifically, tail pipes are falling off. This of course is not a good thing for your high priced status symbol. Here is an article on the recall. If you still have questions or concerns, please get in touch with us at […]
In a stunning development, a class action has been filed in West Virginia Courts alleging that FORD has had as many sudden acceleration deaths and injuries as TOYOTA has had in the last ten years. TOYOTA has been made to look quite badly in our news and FORD has avoided taking any hit on the […]
BMW Recall: Over 30,000 Vehicles AffectedBMW’s reputation as the ultimate driving machine is taking a hit lately. BMW has several recalls out right now from issues related to faulty battery cables to concerns with electrical problems that may cause unexpected stalling. Should you have these or other concerns with your ultimate driving machine feel free to get in touch […]