Porsche 911 Lemon Law

Excessive oil consumption that exceeds Porsche's published acceptable limits can constitute a substantial defect under the Song-Beverly Act, particularly if it poses a risk of engine damage or catalytic converter failure. If the dealer has attempted to remedy the issue through software updates or piston ring replacement without success, you may be entitled to a buyback or replacement.

Accepting a goodwill repair does not waive your rights under the Song-Beverly Act. Each repair attempt, whether performed under warranty or goodwill, counts toward the reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer is afforded. Ensure the repair order clearly describes the defect and the work performed regardless of how it is billed.

Under the Song-Beverly Act, you are entitled to a refund of the purchase price minus a reasonable offset for mileage used before the first repair attempt. California courts have also awarded civil penalties of up to two times the actual damages if the manufacturer willfully violated the Act. Diminished value claims may be pursued separately under general civil remedies.

Under California's Song-Beverly Act, a vehicle that has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative calendar days due to warranty repairs creates a presumption that the vehicle is a lemon. Contact a California lemon law attorney immediately and provide copies of all repair orders showing the dates the vehicle was dropped off and returned. Time spent waiting for parts counts toward the 30-day total.