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Ford Recalls 202,000 Vehicles To Fix Transmission Problem

April 28, 2016 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Ford is recalling 202,000 cars, trucks, and SUVs in the United States and North America. Why? The American automobile manufacturer seeks to fix a serious transmission problem that has already resulted in several crashes. Read on to learn about your legal rights in addition to the recall. CNBC reports that Ford is recalling 202,000 F-150 pickup… Read More


Transmission Problems Among Top Car Complaints In 2016

April 22, 2016 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Transmission problems put Chrysler, Acura, Jeep, and Volkswagen at the top spots in the 2016 Car Complaint Index. Transmission problems continue to drive consumers crazy, and many drivers are taking their transmission complaints to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), leading some very well-known cars to take top spots in the 2016 Car Complaint… Read More


Honda and Acura Airbag Letters Bring Concerns About Safety

March 25, 2016 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Imagine receiving a letter in your mailbox letting you know that your airbags are being recalled and you may be in danger until the recall is performed. You call the dealer to make an immediate appointment and the service adviser tells you the parts are not available until the Summer, three or four months away…. Read More


Nissan Altima Transmission Problems Trouble Drivers

March 14, 2016 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Nissan Altima has been added as another vehicle to the list of cars with troubling transmissions. For the past few years, many drivers have been complaining of Nissan Altima transmission problems, most notably stuttering between gears, hesitation, sputtering, vibration, not shifting properly, and even complete transmission failure. These Nissan Altima transmission problems have been complained… Read More


2015 Chrysler 200 Transmission Problems

January 15, 2016 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Many years ago, we wrote about the stalling problem with the 2011 Chrysler 200, and believe it or not, we still receive an occasional call regarding the problem. However, a much larger issue has monopolized the phone lines as of late — 2015 Chrysler 200 transmission problems leaving drivers with check engine lights, harsh shifting,… Read More


Bluetooth Problems Leaving You Speechless? You Have Rights.

January 13, 2016 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

When many people think of the term Lemon Law, they think of something extreme such as transmission troubles, countless check engine lights, power steering giving out, or brakes not braking. And while those problems could all be classified as dangerous defects, many drivers are unaware that radio issues, back camera concerns, or even bluetooth problems… Read More


Equinox and Terrain Vibration Is Shaking Up Customers

December 11, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

General Motors drivers remain all shook up over vibration problems with their vehicles. We had previously written about GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado vibration problems and now you can add Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles to the group as well. According to the technical service bulletin issued by General Motors, drivers can experience Equinox… Read More


Grand Caravan Transmission Problems Leave Drivers Shaken

October 20, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

When driving a vehicle named the Dodge Grand Caravan, one would certainly expect an impressive ride. However, message boards and distressed drivers calling into the 1 800 LEMON LAW complaining of Grand Caravan transmission problems have indicated the ride is far from regal. Drivers have complained of rpms increasing while the miles per hour decrease,… Read More


Chrysler’s $200 “Friends And Family” Discount Asks Car Buyers To Sign Away Their Rights

October 19, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

What are your rights worth to you? If you said “$200,” Chrysler may be able to help you with that (although you may want to reconsider). Reports are coming in that some Chrysler dealerships have been including arbitration clauses in customer agreements, adding them to sales contracts in exchange for a relatively meager $200 discount… Read More


Lemon Law AMA With Robert Silverman

October 15, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

We’re hosting an AMA with Attorney Robert Silverman on Reddit at 12:00 pm (Eastern) on October 15, 2015. Robert Silverman will be available to answer questions about the Automobile Lemon Law, Federal Warranty Law, your rights as a consumer, and other related topics. Check out the AMA and ask your question at the link below:… Read More