Cadillac Celestiq Lemon Law

Yes, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act applies to all new motor vehicles sold or leased in California with a manufacturer warranty, regardless of price or production method. The Celestiq's hand-built nature and ultra-luxury status do not exempt it from lemon law protections. If a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value, or safety and the dealer cannot fix it, you are entitled to a refund or replacement.

Yes, if the DC fast-charging system consistently underperforms its rated specifications due to a battery management defect, this substantially impairs the vehicle's use and value under the Song-Beverly Act. Charging capability is a core function of an electric vehicle, and a significant reduction in charging speed affects the vehicle's usability for its intended purpose. Document each charging session showing the reduced rate compared to the manufacturer's specification.

The Song-Beverly Act entitles you to a refund of the full purchase price regardless of how high it is, including all taxes, fees, finance charges, and incidental damages. For a vehicle at the Celestiq's price point, the refund would be substantial and would also include any accessories or options you paid for. The manufacturer may apply a mileage offset based on the miles driven before the first repair attempt, calculated as a proportion of the total purchase price.

Yes, a malfunctioning smart glass roof that fails to dim properly can substantially impair the value and use of your Celestiq, especially given that it is a premium feature integral to the vehicle's design. Under the Song-Beverly Act, the defect does not need to be related to the drivetrain or safety systems to qualify. If the dealer cannot repair the suspended-particle-device glass after a reasonable number of attempts, you have valid grounds for a lemon law claim in California.