Chrysler Crossfire Lemon Law

Under the Song-Beverly Act, the vehicle manufacturer that issued the warranty is responsible for Lemon Law claims. Since the Crossfire was sold and warranted by Chrysler, your claim would be against Chrysler regardless of whether the defective component was sourced from Mercedes-Benz.

Yes. Intermittent defects are still covered under the Song-Beverly Act. Each time you bring your Crossfire to the dealer and report the problem counts as a repair attempt, even if the dealer cannot replicate the issue that day. Keeping a detailed log of when symptoms occur, including dates, conditions, and mileage, strengthens your case.

Yes. A malfunctioning convertible top that fails to open, close, or seal properly is a substantial defect that impairs the vehicle's use and value. Under the Song-Beverly Act, if the dealer cannot repair this defect within a reasonable number of warranty attempts, you may be entitled to a refund or replacement.

The Song-Beverly Act requires that the defect arose during the original manufacturer's warranty period. If your Crossfire is well past its warranty, a traditional Lemon Law claim may not apply. However, you may have other legal remedies, and the four-year statute of limitations runs from the date the defect was discovered, so consulting an attorney is recommended.