Lincoln Continental Lemon Law

Yes. Defective door handles that prevent reliable entry or exit from the vehicle constitute a substantial safety defect under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. This is especially true because a malfunctioning E-Latch system could trap occupants in the event of an accident. Safety defects qualify for the lemon presumption after just two unsuccessful repair attempts.

No. The discontinuation of a vehicle model does not affect your rights under the Song-Beverly Act. The manufacturer remains obligated to honor the warranty and repair defects regardless of whether the model is still in production. If anything, discontinuation can strengthen a replacement claim because the manufacturer may offer a comparable or upgraded current model.

In most cases, it costs you nothing out of pocket. Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, the manufacturer is required to pay the prevailing consumer's reasonable attorney fees and costs if you win your case. Most California Lemon Law attorneys work on a contingency basis, meaning they only get paid if you receive a settlement or judgment.

Four unsuccessful repair attempts for the same defect trigger the lemon presumption under California's Song-Beverly Act. You should send a written demand letter to Lincoln Motor Company requesting a repurchase or replacement. It is strongly advisable to consult a Lemon Law attorney at this stage, as they can handle the demand process and negotiate directly with Lincoln on your behalf.