Buick Encore GX Lemon Law

Yes. Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, a CVT transmission shudder that the dealer cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts is considered a nonconformity that substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. If your Encore GX has been in for CVT-related repairs two or more times for the same complaint, you may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a full refund.

Under the Song-Beverly Act, there is a rebuttable presumption that the vehicle is a lemon if the same substantial defect has been subject to four or more repair attempts, or the vehicle has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative calendar days. However, California courts may find fewer attempts sufficient if the defect involves safety concerns such as steering or braking failures.

Absolutely. The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act covers both purchased and leased vehicles in California. If your leased Encore GX has a substantial warranty defect that the dealer cannot fix, you are entitled to the same remedies, including a refund of all lease payments made and any associated costs such as registration fees and sales tax.

Under the Song-Beverly Act, you can recover a full refund or replacement vehicle, reimbursement for incidental damages including towing and rental car costs, and all finance charges and fees paid. If the manufacturer willfully violated the Act by refusing a legitimate claim, the court may award a civil penalty of up to two times the actual damages.