Chevy trucks have been subject to multiple major recalls in just the past few years. If your vehicle has been recalled and it’s still not working correctly, then you may be protected under California lemon law. That means you could have the right to receive full compensation for your vehicle or even have it replaced entirely.
Chevrolet’s Silverado line of pickups are some of the most iconic trucks in the country. Chevy has been producing trucks under the Silverado imprint since the 1990s, and it has seen strong enough sales that Chevy now makes multiple trucks under the name, including:
These trucks are functionally identical to the equivalent GMC Sierra models since Chevrolet is under the GMC umbrella. Sierras are built on the same frame; they are just manufactured with more luxury options. That means that when Chevy Silverados have problems, it’s likely that GMC Sierras will, too.
Unfortunately, GMC and Chevrolet have struggled with recalls on recent year models. Since 2019, Silverados have been subject to dozens of recalls for issues from brake failures to fires. The manufacturing quality of these trucks should make owners wary that they’ve bought a lemon.
If you think your Chevy Silverado is a lemon, you need expert help. The team at Johnson & Buxton – The Lemon Law Guys is prepared to help you understand your options and decide what to do next. You’ll receive customized advice and expert service from lawyers with decades of experience.
We can help you determine whether you have a case, what defenses to expect from Chevrolet and your best options for a speedy resolution. You can contact our Ventura attorneys today to learn more.
In just the past three years, Silverado trucks have been recalled for some terrifying flaws. Let’s break down the reasons for these recalls by the year they occurred.
A recall alone doesn’t mean that a car is a lemon. California law defines lemons as vehicles that:
Furthermore, before you can file a lemon claim, you need to give the manufacturer a “reasonable” opportunity to fix the problem. If they fail, then your truck may be eligible for a lemon claim. A reasonable opportunity to repair can mean one of three things:
If any of these issues sound familiar, you may have a lemon on your hands. That means you have limited time to get things fixed before your truck is no longer eligible under California lemon laws.
You need to take action as soon as possible to ensure your claim has the best chance of success. If you want to know more about what qualifies as a lemon, you can read our Consumer’s Guide to Lemon Law. You can also take our quiz to see if you meet the basic qualifications.
If you think your Chevy Silverado is a lemon, then the experts at Johnson & Buxton at here to help. We have years of experience helping people like you fight automakers to make sure they honor their warranties. You can reach out to learn whether your car is a lemon and what to do next by calling 805-870-8732 or reaching out through this online form. Schedule your free consultation today to resolve your problems with your truck for good.
To schedule a free consultation with Derek and Jon, call 866-761-2317 or send us an email. We serve clients throughout California.
There is no cost to you to hire our experienced lawyers. You will not have to pay us any legal fees out of pocket. All of our fees are paid by the auto manufacturer.
To schedule a free consultation with Derek and Jon, call 866-761-2317 or send us an email. We serve clients throughout California.
There is no cost to you to hire our experienced lawyers. You will not have to pay us any legal fees out of pocket. All of our fees are paid by the auto manufacturer.
