California residents who buy a used car may have the ability to file a lawsuit if the vehicle is defective. The exact rights a person has depends on whether the car was bought at a dealer or from an individual and if there was a warranty on the vehicle. If there is a warranty on the vehicle that isn’t honored, a car owner may be entitled to compensation for money spent on repairs. It is important to note that a vehicle may be sold “as-is”, which means that there is no implied or specific guarantee as to its condition. See our Lemon Law FAQs page to learn more and determine if your vehicle might be a lemon.
