Affected Years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Volkswagen Jetta. Our law firm is also investigating 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Volkswagen Jetta for the same issues.
These issues seem to arise from defects in the Brake Calipers/Pads.
When you make the financial commitment to invest in a new car, the last thing you expect is to have immediate issues with car care or what seems to be a defect in your new car. For most people, they understand that there might be a slight challenge or bump in the road with something that was not tightened down all the way or that needs a slight adjustment to function perfectly. But when you purchase a new Volkswagen Jetta, the last thing you expect or should expect is that the brakes are overheating and causing an odor of something burning after just minimal use.
If you have done your part and made multiple trips to your Volkswagen dealership to have the brake overheating issue corrected with no genuine resolution, please know that Guardian Lemon Law is here to help with a lawyer experienced in Volkswagen Jetta brake overheating lemon law cases. All you need to do to take the next step in resolving your new vehicle issues is contact our staff to schedule a free consultation with a Volkswagen Jetta Lemon Law attorney in our firm.
If your case qualifies, your Volkswagen Jetta brake overheating lemon lawyer will explain the process to you, what you stand to gain from a Volkswagen Jetta defective brake calipers/pad lemon lawsuit, and what our team will do to get you that compensation.
The California Lemon Law And How It Works For Car Buyers
In 1970, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act was accepted by the legislature in California. However, it was not until March of the following year that the law became effective. This vital process was the foundation for the California Lemon Law. The purpose of the laws related to lemon vehicles is to protect consumers from the results and expenses of defective products and give them a way to resolve their issues. The number of cases and, by extension, victims of lemons has increased substantially in the last few years. In 2020 and 2021, there were around 15,000 cases, whereas 2024 saw more than 25,000 lemon law lawsuits filed in the state.
To qualify for the lemon law, there are some essential conditions that must be met. There is more detailed information on the qualifications coming. And if you are still unsure if your vehicle could meet the requirements of a Volkswagen Jetta brake overheating lemon lawsuit, please reach out to Guardian Lemon Law today. We are ready to immediately begin offering you valuable information and assistance.
Issues With The 2019-2022 Volkswagen Jetta Brake Overheating
The issues of 2019-2022 Volkswagen Jetta brake overheating and odors like a burning smell after only light brake use often stem from incorrect installation of brake components or old brake fluid. While the brake pads on a vehicle are consumable, the rotors and other parts of the system can be used for many years in most cases, as long as they receive proper care. However, there is no reason for a new brake system that is functioning correctly to emanate a smell of something burning. So, if you smell a burning odor after gentle use of your Volkswagen Jetta’s brakes, there is likely an issue that could be related to the installation or these other possible challenges:
- Sticking brake calipers or pins caused by seizing due to excessive friction and heat
- Worn, damaged, or imperfect brake pads or rotors
- Old brake fluid or brake fluid that was contaminated by water
- Brake harness issues that improperly actuate the automatic emergency braking feature
If you experienced these issues and the dealership was unable to repair them, don’t risk your safety. Please reach out to Guardian Lemon Law to speak to a lemon lawyer to sue Volkswagen for brake overheating.
Understanding The Qualifications For Lemon Law Claims For A Vehicle
Qualifying for a lemon law is straightforward. The primary requirement is that the repairs must be made in a reasonable amount of time or a reasonable number of repair attempts. If the dealership/manufacturer cannot provide this for you, your vehicle will qualify as eligible for consideration under the lemon law for buy-back or replacement. But please know that the manufacturer and dealership will work diligently to stop the lemon law case from moving forward. Just know that if you meet these qualifications, Guardian Lemon Law can help you pursue a lemon lawsuit:
- The vehicle was not abused, mishandled, or mistreated in a way that could be seen as contributing to the issue
- The vehicle is covered under the manufacturer’s new car warranty or a certified pre-owned warranty when the issue was first reported to the dealership
- Reasonable repair attempts were made and are defined as two attempts for serious safety issues, while four attempts to repair can be made for any defect that is not safety related.
- The vehicle was unavailable for use for more than thirty days total for the same issue, which means the defect being repaired was never corrected within that thirty-day time period.
- The issue with the vehicle impacts the safety, value of the vehicle from the owner’s perspective, or its use and functionality.
Please reach out to Guardian Lemon Law if you have questions regarding these qualifications. We will provide an assessment and confirm that we can sue Volkswagen for selling you a defective Lemon Volkswagen Jetta.
Am I Required To File A Lemon Lawsuit?
Owners of a defective Volkswagen Jetta are not forced to file a lemon lawsuit. They have the option to use arbitration to seek compensation from Volkswagen for the issues with the vehicle. But when the manufacturer is not responding to your request for help, it is time to seek legal guidance and begin working on your lemon lawsuit. You will need to provide your Guardian Lem Law lawyer with the following information to begin evaluating and then processing your Volkswagen Jetta brake overheating lemon law lawsuit:
- The original documentation from the vehicle purchase, which should include warranty details if the vehicle was used, but offered a pre-owned certified warranty from the manufacturer
- All repair records, including the dates and times for drop off and pickup, and documentation of the issues addressed in that service visit that are related to the lemon law issue
- Any correspondence or email documentation related to you regarding the lemon law issue, repairs, or service visits
- Documentation to verify any out-of-pocket expenses
What Can Volkswagen Do To Make This Lemon Right?
There are really two solutions that Volkswagen can offer owners of a lemon Jetta. They can replace the defective vehicle with a new vehicle of the same model and value. Or, they can offer to buy the vehicle back from the owner. Your preference for this resolution will be included in the Volkswagen Jetta lemon law lawsuit filed by Guardian Lemon Law on your behalf.
If you opt for a buyback, you will get the entire cost of the vehicle as well as taxes and fees paid. However, the manufacturer will deduct a fee for the mileage or use you got from the vehicle while it was in your possession prior to these issues. The manufacturer will also cover your legal fees for the Volkswagen Jetta brake overheating lemon law lawsuit.
Is There A Time Limit To File A Lemon Law Vehicle Lawsuit?
A 2025 update to the Lemon Law establishes the time limit as the earlier of the two specified dates. The first is one year from the manufacturer’s warranty expiration, while the second is six years from the original date that you took delivery of the vehicle. Your Guardian Lemon Law attorney will assist you in determining which applies to your case. But please reach out to our staff quickly to ensure you have as much time as possible to evaluate your options and make the choice that best suits your needs.
Guardian Lemon Law Has A Zero-Fee Guarantee
At Guardian Lemon Law, there are no upfront costs and no obligation to hire us after your free consultation or second-opinion case evaluation. In addition, there are no out of pocket costs to explore and begin your Volkswagen Jetta lemon lawsuit; if your Volkswagen Jetta lemon law attorney fails to win your case, you owe the firm nothing. Please reach out to Guardian Lemon Law today to learn more about this possible resolution to get the reliable transportation you thought you were purchasing from what you expected was a reputable and responsible auto manufacturer.
