Chrysler 300 Lemon Law

If your HEMI engine defect substantially impairs your 300's use, value, or safety and Chrysler has been unable to repair it after a reasonable number of warranty attempts, you likely have a valid claim under the Song-Beverly Act. Engine problems that cause stalling, loss of power, or risk of breakdown are generally considered substantial defects.

Yes. If your vehicle qualifies as a lemon, the Song-Beverly Act entitles you to either a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase price, including down payment, monthly payments, registration fees, and incidental damages. The manufacturer may deduct a reasonable usage allowance based on miles driven before the first repair attempt.

The statute of limitations for a Song-Beverly Act claim is four years from the date you first discovered or should have discovered the defect. However, it is best to pursue your claim while the vehicle is still under warranty, as the Lemon Law protections are strongest when the defect arises during the warranty period.

A dealer's inability to replicate the problem does not bar your Lemon Law claim. Under the Song-Beverly Act, each visit where you present the vehicle for repair counts as a repair attempt, even if the dealer claims it cannot reproduce the defect. Documenting your symptoms thoroughly and keeping all service records strengthens your case.