If you are the owner of a 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, or 2023 Nissan Altima with a defective emergency braking system and/or forward collision warning system, then you might feel unsafe driving your vehicle. You are likely aware that these issues could lead to an incident practically at any time. If you have already taken the vehicle back to the dealership to try and repair it with no solution, then you likely have many questions, some of which could include the following:
- Can I return my Nissan Altima?
- Can I lemon my car and get a new one?
- Can I get a refund for my defective Nissan Altima?
If you have found yourself asking any of these questions, we recommend that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. You are not alone. Many consumers unknowingly purchased defective model year 2017 to 2023 Nissan Altima.
For more information about whether your car is considered a lemon or your right to sue, contact the experts here at the Guardian Lemon Law Group as soon as possible. Our lawyers have many years of experience and are more than ready to provide all affected consumers with the guidance that they need to fight for their rights under the lemon law.
Understanding the Problem Found in 2017 to 2023 Nissan Altima Vehicles
The Nissan Altima is one of the many models that comes equipped with an Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system and a Forward Collision Warning (FWC) system. These systems allow for the vehicle to come to a stop when obstacles are detected. Without a doubt, these systems can significantly increase safety when they work as they should. Unfortunately, these systems have been found to have a number of issues, specifically issues with the radar sensors necessary for the systems to work appropriately. Because of these issues, the vehicles can detect obstacles that are not there and engage the emergency brakes (resulting in a sudden stop and possible rear-end collision) or can fail to detect an obstacle entirely and not engage the brakes (resulting in a collision).
The fact is that for the AEB and FWC systems to actually be safe, they must be 100% effective. There is no room for error in systems designed to increase safety.
If My Nissan Altima has a Defective Automatic Emergency Braking or Forward Collision Warning System, Can I Replace It or Get a Refund?
This is an important question that you might have found yourself asking as soon as you realized that your car could be defective. So, what solutions are available to you if your car turns out to be defective? What can you do? What are your rights as a consumer?
California’s lemon law – or the Song-Beverly Warranty Act – consumers can have the right to either return their vehicle for a replacement or for a full refund (minus mileage offset and other value deductions). However, getting a replacement or a refund is not as simple as putting in a request with the dealership. There are a few requirements that you must meet to be eligible for a replacement or a refund.
The most important thing is that you must take your vehicle to an authorized repair center as soon as you notice the issue with your vehicle (in general, this repair center will be your dealership). There must have been reasonable repair attempts made on the vehicle for it to meet the definition of a lemon. Once it is determined that the vehicle meets the definition of a lemon, then your lemon law attorney can help you request either a replacement vehicle or a refund.
We understand that pursuing a lemon law claim can seem intimidating to affected consumers. To ensure that the process goes smoothly from the start, we recommend that you find a lawyer to help you with your claim as soon as possible. Here at our law firm, we offer free case evaluations to ensure that you have access to the legal services that you need to start the legal process.
Addressing Two of the Most Common Questions Regarding Lemon Law Claims
Some of the most common questions that our law firm has received in the past include the following:
- What is the average value of my Nissan Altima lemon law claim?
- How long do I have to wait for my Nissan Altima lemon law claim to settle?
These are both very important questions. However, there are not questions that can be answered effectively without a thorough case evaluation.
Average Case Value: Trying to establish an average case value can be misleading. This is because every case is different, and there are many different factors that must be evaluated to determine the possible value of a case. Therefore, there is no one specific value that could effectively apply to all Nissan Altima lemon law claims. In general, lemon law claims can be worth anywhere from $5,000 to $90,000 or even more. The only way to really get a good understanding of the possible value of your claim is to speak to a lawyer.
The Settlement Process: Similarly, trying to determine a one-fits-all settlement time can be very misleading, as the settlement time can vary significantly from case to case. So, how long can it take for your lemon law case to settle? Here at our law firm, we understand that having to wait for a settlement can be very frustrating for clients. Therefore, we are committed to settling lemon law cases as soon as possible. In general, we can settle these case in under six months; in fact, some of the cases that we have handled in the past have taken just a few weeks to settle. Although our team always aims to settle cases within a reasonable timeframe, quick settlements are not always possible. Some cases can take one year or even more to settle. Again, the settlement time can vary from case to case. If you would like a case specific estimate of the time that it could take to settle your case, contact us today.
How Long Do I Have to File My Lemon Law Claim for my Defective Nissan Altima?
If you have a 2017 to 2023 Nissan Altima with the problems discussed above, you could certainly have the right to file a lemon law claim. It is important that you understand how long you have to file your claim, as all claims are subject to a statute of limitations that determines the time that claimants have to file their claims. Under the California lemon law, claimants have a four-year window to file their lemon law claims. This might seem like a long time to pursue a claim; however, we recommend that you do not wait to take legal action. For more information about the time you have to file a lemon law claim for a defective Nissan Altima, contact the experts here at our law firm today.
Who Will Pay My Legal Fees?
Based on the California lemon law, auto manufacturers are required to cover all legal fees. This means that Nissan will pay your legal fees. You can confidently look for legal help without having to worry about paying upfront legal costs or anything out of your own pocket. When you are pursing your lemon law claim, you can be certain that you will not be responsible for any legal fees whatsoever, including court costs incurred during the process.
Our Team Offers Free Second Opinions
If you have already started your Nissan Altima lemon law claim with another law firm but are unhappy with the way that things are going, it is important that you consider switching lawyers. You have the right to switch lawyers at any time. Whether you are having communication issues with your current lawyer or are just unsatisfied with the way that things are moving, you can make the switch. Here at our law firm, we can evaluate your claim and provide you with all the information that you need to decide whether or not you will change representation. If you decide to allow us to handle your claim, you can be certain that our team will take care of absolutely everything.
Contact Us at the Guardian Lemon Law Group
If you own a Nissan Altima 2017, 2018, 2019 , 2020, 2021, 2022, or 2023 that has a defective AEB system or FCW system, then you could have grounds to file a lemon law claim. As mentioned above, you could be eligible to a replacement vehicle or to a full refund. If you would like to learn more about the legal options available to you, contact the experts here at the Guardian Lemon Law Group today. Our lawyers are more than ready to evaluate your claim and provide you with the guidance that you need to win.
We offer free consultations and free second opinions, during which our lawyers will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns. If you are ready to speak with our lawyers about your right to file a Nissan Altima lemon law claim, contact the experts here at our law firm today.
