Are you the owner of a Nissan with a faulty emergency braking system or forward collision warning system? If so, you have probably thought about how these issues could potentially lead to an accident. If you have already attempted to repair the vehicle but haven’t been able to resolve it entirely, you might have a number of questions. Can I return my Nissan? Can I lemon my car and get a new one? Can I get a refund? If you have found yourself these questions, you are not alone. Many consumers have unknowingly purchased vehicles that are defective and considered lemons.
If you are ready to speak with a lawyer to learn more about your rights as a consider, consider reaching out to the experts here at our law firm immediately. Here at the Guardian Lemon Law Group, our experts are ready to take on Nissan or any other auto manufacturer to fight for your rights and secure the settlement that you are owed. Contact us today!
What is the Problem?
Multiple Nissan vehicle models are equipped with the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) System and Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Systems. These systems are capable of both detecting obstacles and stopping the vehicle to prevent collisions. Without a doubt, this is potentially life-saving technology. However, these systems have been found to have a number of problems, including problems with the radar sensors. Because of this, vehicle owners have had some very dangerous experiences with their vehicle, like the vehicle detecting non-existent obstacles and engaging the brakes to avoid a collision with said non-existent object or the vehicle failing to detect an obstacle and not engaging the brakes or operating as it should.
This creates two different risks – both of which include possible collisions. Whether the vehicle suddenly stops to avoid a collision with a non-existent hazard or does not stop when there is a hazard, the driver is needlessly put at risk.
What Nissan Models are Affected?
The following 2017 to 2023 model year Nissan Models have been found to have defective AEB and FCW systems:
- Nissan Altima
- Nissan Armada
- Nissan Leaf
- Nissan Maxima
- Nissan Murano
- Nissan Pathfinder
- Nissan Rogue
- Nissan Rogue Sport
- Nissan Sentra
If My Nissan is Affected by Defective Automatic Emergency Braking or Forward Collision Warning Systems, Can I Replace My Car or Get a Refund?
Without a doubt, this is a very important question. We understand how unsettling it can be to know that your vehicle has an issue that could have devastating results anytime that you are driving it. So, what remedies are available to you? What can you do? What are your rights?
Under the Song-Beverly Warranty Act – also known as the California Lemon Law – you could have the right to return your vehicle and get a replacement vehicle or to receive a full refund (minus mileage offset and other deductions). However, things are not as easy as reaching out to your dealership or to the manufacturer and requesting a new vehicle or a refund. There are many important steps that you must take in order to be eligible for these remedies.
Most importantly, you must take your vehicle to an authorized repair center (this is usually your dealership) as soon as you notice the issue. The dealership must make a reasonable number of repair attempts for the vehicle to even meet the definition of a lemon under the state’s lemon law. Once the vehicle is determined to be a lemon, you can request a new replacement vehicle or a refund with the help of a lemon law attorney.
Without a doubt, pursing a lemon law claim can be intimidating. To ensure that your claim is on the right track from the start, we recommend that you contact us immediately for a free case evaluation.
What is the Average Case Value of Nissan Lemon Law Claims?
This is not an easy question to answer, as there are many different factors that must be evaluated, most of which are unique to each case, to determine the value of a case. Your specific case involving your defective Nissan is not likely to be the same as anyone else’s case. Instead of determining one average value, we are more comfortable providing you with a range. In general, Nissan lemon law claims can be valued anywhere between $5,000 to $90,000 – and sometimes even more. For a more case-specific review of the possible value of your case, contact our Nissan lemon law lawyers today.
How Long is the Settlement Process for Nissan Lemon Law Claims?
This also depends on many different factors that could ultimately affect settlement times. Many of our lemon law cases can be settled within six months. In fact, some of the cases that we have handled have taken just a few weeks to settle. However, this is not always the case. If your lemon law claim goes to trial, for example, the settlement process can take one year or more to settle. For an estimate of how long your lemon law case could take to settle, contact us today.
How Long Do I Have to File My Nissan Lemon Law Claim?
Under California law, claimants have a four year window to file a lemon law claim. If you do not file your claim within four years, then you could lose your right to sue and recover compensation. Even though four years might seem like plenty of time to sue, we recommend that you do not wait to pursue a claim. Rather, you should seek legal assistance as soon as possible to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the total time that you have to pursue your claim.
Who Pays My Legal Fees?
Under the California lemon law, auto manufacturers are actually required to cover all legal fees. This means that you can find legal help without having to worry about any upfront or out-of-pocket legal costs. In addition, you will not have to pay any court costs incurred by pursuing your case.
We Offer Free Second Opinions
If you have already started your Nissan lemon law claim elsewhere but are unsure of the way that things are going, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible for a free second opinion. Whether you are having issues with communication or you simply do not think that your lawyer is handling your case well, you should consider switching lawyers. When you contact us for a free second opinion, our experts will evaluate your case and provide you with all the information that you need. If you ultimately decide to switch lawyers, our experts will immediately start working on your case towards a fair recovery.
Contact Us Today
If you own a vehicle listed above that has been found to have issues with emergency braking system or forward collision warning system, you could file a lemon law claim. Contact us immediately to learn more about the legal options available to you under California’s lemon law claim, contact the experts here at our law firm today. At Guardian Lemon Law Group, our lemon law attorneys are more than ready to take on your claim and help you reach a fair claim outcome, whether this is a replacement vehicle, a refund, etc. We offer free consultations and free second opinions, as mentioned above, and our lawyers are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need whether you are looking to begin or continue your case. We also offer a Zero-Fee guarantee, meaning that our clients will not be required to pay absolutely any upfront legal fees. If you are ready to speak with our lemon law lawyers, contact us today.
