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.

Nissan Transmission Problems Continue To Plague Drivers

November 20, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Nissans have featured the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) for over a decade. The purpose of the CVT is to increase fuel efficiency and better the driving experience. But, for some reason 1 800 LEMON LAW continues to receive multiple claims from consumers who are struggling with Nissan transmission problems. We have handled claims across the… Read More


Least Reliable Vehicles List Includes GM, Fiat, Mercedes, Ford, Jaguar, Volvo & Tesla

November 02, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

It’s another list that car companies do not want to be included.  Consumer Reports put together a list of the 10 least reliable vehicles. While the brands may surprise you, we have successfully resolved Lemon Law and breach of warranty claims pertaining to every make and model featured. If you experience continuous problems with your… Read More


ZF-9 Speed Transmission Problems Continue to Plague Jeep, Fiat, Land Rover, Honda, and Acura Drivers

October 18, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

The ZF 9-speed transmission, created to increase vehicle performance level and fuel efficiency on the road, has continued to be problematic for certain Jeep, Chrysler, Acura, Fiat. Land Rover and Honda drivers. Our firm has handled over 1,000 claims dealing with the struggling performance of the ZF 9-speed transmission. Drivers with the defective ZF 9-speed… Read More


Recent Lemon Law Repurchases, Replacements, & Refunds

October 12, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

There is nothing more rewarding than working hard and succeeding for our clients and this Summer was a busy one for us.   Kimmel & Silverman is proud to have helped over 80,000 drivers in the last 26 years—more than any other Lemon Law firm in the Northeast.  Our attorneys collectively have over 150 years experience,… Read More


Hyundai Transmission Problems Persist With 2016 And 2017 Models

October 04, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

If you are driving a 7-speed dual-clutch Hyundai, you may be experiencing transmission issues and you are not alone. Our law firm has been representing consumers with Hyundai transmission problems dating back to 2011 and now they are affecting 2016 and 2017 models as well, specifically the 2017 Hyundai Elantra Eco, 2017 Hyundai Sonata Eco,… Read More


Ford Explorer Carbon Monoxide Problem Could Make Drivers Sick

August 07, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Driving your Ford Explorer and feeling lightheaded or dealing with nausea? Do not take your symptoms lightly.  1 800 LEMON LAW has successfully represented numerous Ford Explorer drivers ( and Lincoln MKX drivers)who have  complained of carbon monoxide leaking into their cabin, producing a sickening methane odor. And just in case you think these incidents… Read More


New Jersey Lemon Lawyer Bob Silverman Named Distinguished Leader by NJ Law Journal

June 14, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

We are tremendously proud of New Jersey Lemon Lawyer and K&S Founding Partner Bob Silverman for being named a 2017 Distinguished Leader by New Jersey Law Journal in honor of his 25-plus year career as an ardent advocate of consumer rights.  You can read more about Bob by clicking here.  According to the Law Journal,… Read More


Focus and Fiesta Transmission Class Action Suit May Stall Your Rights

May 19, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

A Ford Focus and Fiesta class action suit is coming down the pike which will offer some modest relief to drivers for the issues they have experienced with their problematic vehicles.  However it might not be the best route for you to take, especially if you have been back to the shop repeatedly to address… Read More


Ford Electronic Throttle Body Recall Affects Models Across The Brand

April 26, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

Imagine driving at normal speed when suddenly your malfunction indicator lights up and you suffer reduced engine power.  The power steering, braking, lighting and climate control systems remain fully functional so you have no clear clue on what is occurring, however you know the vehicle no longer remains operational. We have seen this occur recently… Read More


Class Action Suits Do Not Always Benefit Every Consumer

April 20, 2017 By: Robert Silverman Category: consumer-rights-blog

We are seeing a growing trend of automotive class action lawsuits coming down the pike recently for a variety of vehicles including the Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Fiesta, and Ford Focus.  The suits address common problems we have previously written about in our blog and have become familiar with through our extensive caseload. Class action suits are… Read More