Polestar O2 Concept Lemon Law

Yes. Any new motor vehicle sold or leased in California with a manufacturer's warranty is covered by the Song-Beverly Act, regardless of its concept car origins or limited production status. The law makes no exceptions based on how the vehicle was designed or how few units were produced.

Parts unavailability does not excuse the manufacturer from its warranty obligations under Song-Beverly. In fact, if the manufacturer cannot obtain parts to complete a repair in a timely manner, the extended time out of service strengthens your claim. You should not have to wait indefinitely for the manufacturer to source components.

Design-inherent characteristics that substantially impair the use, value, or safety of the vehicle are still defects under the Song-Beverly Act. A manufacturer cannot avoid liability by claiming a problem is a design feature when it prevents the vehicle from functioning safely and reliably as a consumer would reasonably expect.

While the Song-Beverly Act does not specifically mandate loaner vehicles, many manufacturer warranty programs include transportation provisions. If Polestar's warranty terms provide for a rental or loaner, they must honor that commitment. Additionally, any costs you incur due to the vehicle being out of service may be recoverable as incidental damages.