Welcome to the Lemon Law Blog, offering all the latest automotive news and consumer information from the offices of Kimmel & Silverman. From the consumer stories making headlines to recent trends we see in Lemon Law litigation among certain car makes and models, our goal is to educate, enlighten, and enforce drivers' rights under State and Federal consumer statutes. If your lemon car, truck, or motorcycle is driving you crazy, we welcome you to join our conversation, email us, visit our Lemon Law home page, or give us a call at 1-800-536-6652.

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


2015 Honda CR-V Vibration Problem Has No Solution

October 01, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

If you are driving a 2015 Honda CR-V, you may be questioning if the V stands for vibration. We are receiving numerous calls on the 1-800-LEMON-LAW hotline from folks complaining of a Honda CR-V vibration problem in the 2015 models, and according to a tech line summary article issued by Honda for their dealers, it… Read More


Transmission Problems Abound for Nissan, Jeep, and Ford

September 18, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

As the years change, and the seasons switch over, there is still one common constant–transmission problems with numerous vehicles. Most notably, we continue to get calls on the 1 800 LEMON LAW hotline almost every day regarding the Nissan Pathfinder, the Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee, and of course the Ford Focus and Fiesta. Many… Read More


The Importance Of The Repair Invoice In A Lemon Law Claim

August 28, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

We have covered this topic in our Lemon Law blog before but it certainly bears repeating. The key to a strong Lemon Law or breach of warranty claims lies in the warranty repair invoices. These invoices, which should identify problem, fix, mileage in, mileage out, and days out of service; provide the most effective evidence… Read More


Can Am Spyders Are Getting Drivers Hot & Bothered

July 31, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Can Am Spyders are not only burning up the highways. They are burning up drivers’ legs. A recent claim involving a Can Am Spyder with excessive heat in the engine area has resulted in a significant recall affecting all 2013 Can Am Spyder riders throughout the United States and Canada. If you have been back… Read More


Class Action Claims Certain Ford Models Have Carbon Monoxide Problem

July 07, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Consumers are complaining about an alleged defect in certain Ford models, but this time, it’s not Ford Fiesta transmission problems. Instead, drivers are experiencing issues with Ford Explorer, Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKX vehicles. The problem? Carbon monoxide entering the passenger compartment, which – if true – could pose a health risk to anyone inside… Read More


PA State Rep Introduces Lemon Law for Motorcycles

June 12, 2015 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

PA State Representative Pam Snyder (D) announced that she has introduced legislation that seeks to expand the PA Lemon Law to include protections for motorcycles (House Bill 1098). Snyder believes that consumers who buy or lease a motorcycle in The Keystone State “should be afforded the same protections under the Lemon Law [that are] currently… Read More