In 2025, California legislatures made significant revisions to California’s “Lemon Law.” The intent was to streamline cases and reduce lawsuits. It was intended to benefit consumers by expediting the lemon law claims process. In reality, it is now a situation wherein consumers are jumping through hoops to try to resolve their lemon law claims without legal input.
The new law (Assembly Bill 1755) is confusing and inconsistent. It applies to a select group of manufacturers who have “opted in” to the new law, while other vehicle manufacturers have not “opted in.” It is on the consumer to determine which manufacturer falls into each category. There are also significant tasks the consumer must complete prior to filing a lawsuit. Because of the confusion and inconsistencies, it is still recommended to contact an attorney who specializes in California Lemon Law.
How are car owners in California impacted by changes to the lemon law? Attorneys are raising questions about the new rules.
“Despite recent reforms aimed at reducing California courts’ civil case backlog, changes to the state’s so-called “lemon law” appear to be doing little to stem the tide of vehicle warranty filings. Plaintiffs’ attorneys say the changes have instead created a two-tiered system that diminishes consumer rights.”
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