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California Lemon Law Guide

Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (Cal. Civ. Code § 1793.2(d)(2)), automobile manufacturers must repurchase defective vehicles that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts.

Statutory Mileage Offset Formula

Mileage Offset = (Miles at First Repair / 120,000) * Purchase Price
Net Refund = Purchase Price + Taxes & Fees + Incidentals - Mileage Offset

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 120,000-mile statutory divisor?

California law presumes an average vehicle lifespan of 120,000 miles to calculate fair use compensation prior to the first repair attempt.

Are financing charges and registration fees refundable?

Yes, manufacturers must refund paid finance charges, state sales tax, official licensing fees, and reasonable towing or rental expenses.