Hyundai Lemon Law Lawyer

Hyundai is a South Korean auto manufacturer that has become popular and well-known. Hyundai operates the world’s largest automobile manufacturing facility and produces an average of 1.6 million vehicles per year. In the United States, Hyundai vehicles have become popular for their affordability. Hyundai markets itself as having “America’s best warranty.” Unfortunately, Hyundai doesn’t always live up to its marketing, and some customers purchase defective Hyundais. 

Discuss Your Hyundai Lemon Law Case With a Skilled Attorney

Owning a Hyundai vehicle that constantly needs repairs and is always in the shop can disrupt your life completely. Dealing with the stress and hassle of owning a defective lemon can be expensive and time-consuming. If you suspect that your Hyundai is a lemon, we recommend contacting Wirtz Law as soon as possible to schedule your free case evaluation. If your vehicle is a lemon, our trial-ready attorneys will help you understand your legal options and fight for the compensation you deserve.

California’s Lemon Law for Hyundai Vehicles

California lemon law is a pro-consumer law that protects people who have leased or purchased vehicles with significant problems. Consumers who have leased or purchased Hyundais under warranty are entitled to relief. There are two different types of relief available through California’s lemon law. First, the consumer can require Hyundai to replace their defective vehicle with a new vehicle. The consumer can also require Hyundai to buy back their defective vehicle. California lemon law covers all motor vehicles, including all of the following Hyundai models:

• Hyundai Accent
• Hyundai Aslan
• Hyundai Atos
• Hyundai Centennial
• Hyundai Click
• Hyundai Creta
• Hyundai Dynasty
• Hyundai Elantra
• Hyundai Eon
• Hyundai Equus
• Hyundai Excel
• Hyundai Genesis
• Hyundai Getz
• Hyundai Grandeur
• Hyundai H350
• Hyundai i10
• Hyundai i20
• Hyundai i30
• Hyundai i40
• Hyundai Ioniq
• Hyundai Kona
• Hyundai LaVita
• Hyundai Matrix
• Hyundai Mega Truck
• Hyundai Mighty
• Hyundai Mistra
• Hyundai New Power Truck
• Hyundai Nexo
• Hyundai Palisade
• Hyundai Porter
• Hyundai Santa Fe
• Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
• Hyundai Santa Fe XL
• Hyundai Sonata
• Hyundai Starex
• Hyundai Stellar
• Hyundai TB
• Hyundai Terracan
• Hyundai Tiburon
• Hyundai Tucson
• Hyundai Veloster
• Hyundai Venue
• Hyundai Veracruz
• Hyundai Xcent

Common Defects in Hyundai

Hyundai manufactures a wide range of vehicles that experience many different problems. Engine failure is one of the most common problems in Hyundai. Symptoms of engine failure include the check engine light turning on, a lack of acceleration, a loss of power, and a vehicle not starting. Transmission failure is another dangerous defect in Hyundais. When a transmission fails, you may experience a burning smell, whining and clunking, jerking or lunging, or leaking fluid.

Brake failure is one of the most dangerous defects in Hyundais. Dangerous and deadly accidents can occur when the brake system doesn’t work correctly. Clutch failure and power steering failure are also common causes of lemon law claims. If you’ve experienced any of these problems, we recommend discussing your case with an attorney.

Is Your Hyundai Defective?

To benefit from California’s lemon law, you will need to show that your Hyundai is a lemon. A lemon is a vehicle that has a substantial defect that hasn’t been repaired despite a reasonable number of repair attempts. There is no exact number as to what constitutes a “reasonable” number of repair attempts. Two visits to the repair shop may be enough.  

Additionally, you will need to show that your Hyundai was repaired under warranty or that you took it in for a repair while it was still under warranty. New vehicle warranties, as well as certified pre-owned (CPO) warranties, are sufficient. If a repair took more than 30 days to complete, you may also have a lemon.

What To Do If Your Hyundai Is a Lemon

If you suspect that your Hyundai is a lemon, knowing what steps to take next can help you with your claim under California’s lemon law. First, you will need to give Hyundai a reasonable number of attempts to repair your vehicle. This can be as few as two times.  Ensure you keep all documentation and keep a log of all of the repairs you’ve undergone at the dealership. If the dealership cannot fix the problem or problems after a reasonable number of attempts to repair your vehicle, it’s time to discuss your case with an attorney.

Vehicle manufacturers like Hyundai will try to redefine what qualifies as a lemon. Don’t try to fight a significant auto manufacturer like Hyundai by yourself. In many cases, as few as repair opportunities at the dealership are enough to qualify your Hyundai as a lemon. Make sure you don’t rely on Hyundai’s evaluation of your repair history. Instead, contact the experienced lemon law attorneys at Wirtz Law today. We have extensive experience dealing with auto manufacturers. We know how to handle all of their tactics to deny replacing your vehicle or refunding you.

Contact a Hyundai Lemon Law Attorney in California

If you are experiencing a recurring problem with any Hyundai model, we recommend finding out if you have the right to file a claim by contacting and discussing your case with an attorney. Wirtz Law has recovered tens of millions of dollars in compensation for consumers who’ve purchased lemons just like you. Our trial-ready lemon law attorneys have an in-depth understanding of California lemon law. We consistently recover more than just a buyback of our clients’ Hyundais. We frequently recover actual damages and civil penalties against the manufacturer and distributor. When settlement isn’t a viable option, we are prepared to take it to trial. 

The lemon law attorneys at Wirtz Law help residents of California with the Hyundai lemon law claims all throughout California including Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County.