Land Rover Discovery Sport Lemon Law

Yes, excessive oil consumption caused by a manufacturing defect such as a faulty crankcase ventilation system or defective piston rings is a covered defect under the Song-Beverly Act if it substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. Running low on oil between service intervals poses a real risk of engine damage. If the dealer has not permanently resolved the oil consumption after a reasonable number of attempts, your Discovery Sport may qualify as a lemon.

Yes, the Song-Beverly Act gives you the choice between a refund and a replacement vehicle. If you choose replacement, the manufacturer must provide a new vehicle of the same make, model, and substantially similar equipment and options. Many consumers opt for the refund because it offers more flexibility, but the replacement option is available if you prefer to stay in a Discovery Sport or equivalent Land Rover model.

The inability to replicate a defect does not defeat your California Lemon Law claim. Under the Song-Beverly Act, what matters is whether a reasonable number of repair attempts were made and whether the defect substantially impairs the vehicle. Make sure every complaint is recorded on the repair order regardless of duplication, and keep a personal log with dates, mileage, and descriptions of each occurrence. Video recordings of the defect can also serve as compelling evidence.

No. Under the Song-Beverly Act, a prevailing manufacturer cannot recover attorney fees from the consumer. This one-way fee-shifting provision is designed to encourage consumers to enforce their warranty rights without fear of financial penalty. If you prevail, the manufacturer must pay your attorney fees and costs. This is why many California lemon law attorneys handle cases on a contingency basis with no upfront cost to the consumer.