California Chrysler Lemon Law Attorney

Stellantis built your Pacifica or Voyager with a warranty. When their dealers can’t fix it, California law requires them to make it right. Neale & Fhima holds automakers accountable.

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You bought a Chrysler minivan to move your family safely and reliably. Instead, you’re dealing with a stalling engine, a hybrid battery that’s raised real safety questions, or an infotainment screen the dealer claims is fine.

It keeps happening, and the dealer keeps telling you it’s fixed.

If your Chrysler Pacifica or Voyager has been back for the same problem more than once, California lemon law may require Stellantis to repurchase or replace the vehicle entirely.

Neale & Fhima’s California Chrysler lemon law attorneys have helped thousands of clients force automakers to honor their warranty obligations. Contact us for a free case review today.

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Why Do You Need a California Chrysler Lemon Law Lawyer?

Dealing with a defective Chrysler is so much more than an inconvenience. It disrupts school runs, work commutes, and family trips, creating real anxiety about whether the vehicle is safe to drive.

Stellantis and its authorized dealerships operate warranty departments that work aggressively to resolve claims for as little as possible. When you contact Stellantis directly, you are negotiating against a system built for exactly this outcome.

California lemon law makes legal representation accessible. If your case prevails, Stellantis must pay your attorney’s fees. Your out-of-pocket cost and financial risk are zero. Our California Chrysler lemon law attorneys handle every step, from building the repair history to pursuing the maximum recovery the law allows.

Why Do California Chrysler Owners Trust Neale & Fhima?

Choosing a firm to handle your lemon law claim is a significant decision that affects your recovery and peace of mind. Neale & Fhima provides the high-level legal advocacy and personalized attention necessary to successfully challenge major automakers.

Proven Results Against Major Automakers

Neale & Fhima has recovered more than $50,000,000 for California clients, with a 99% success rate in settlements and verdicts. Principal attorney Aaron Fhima and our senior legal team are personally involved in every case — your claim is never handed off to junior staff.

No Fees Unless We Win

California law requires Stellantis to pay your attorney fees when you prevail on a lemon law claim. You pay nothing to Neale & Fhima unless we recover compensation for you. The initial consultation is free.

40 Years of Combined Experience in California Consumer Law

Our six attorneys bring more than four decades of combined experience to every Chrysler lemon law claim. We know how Stellantis handles warranty disputes in California and how to escalate when the manufacturer delays or undervalues a case.

Get a free case review from our California Chrysler lemon law attorneys.

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Does My Chrysler Qualify for a Lemon Law Buyback in California?

Your Chrysler Pacifica or Voyager qualifies as a lemon in California if it has a warranty-covered defect and Stellantis has failed to fix it after a reasonable number of attempts.

The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act requires manufacturers to repurchase or replace a defective vehicle when they can’t fix a covered problem after a reasonable number of repair attempts.

California courts typically treat two to four repair attempts for the same defect — or 30 or more cumulative days out of service — as meeting that threshold.

Both new and used Chrysler vehicles may qualify, provided the original manufacturer’s warranty was still active at the time of purchase or lease.

Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid: California’s Most Documented Lemon Law Minivan

No Chrysler model has generated more lemon law claims in California than the Pacifica Hybrid.

This Chrysler minivan’s defect history is extensive, specific, and well-documented in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaint records and federal recall filings. The agency has received hundreds of complaints about Pacifica Hybrid models involving:

• Unexpected engine shutdowns and loss of power while driving
• Transmission motor wiring defects causing the vehicle to stall
• Battery pack fire risk in parked vehicles, including while charging
• Uconnect infotainment system failures and repeated software errors
• Hybrid propulsion system malfunctions and warning lights that won’t clear

NHTSA reopened its Pacifica Hybrid transmission investigation after finding prior recall repairs may not have resolved the underlying electrical defect. For California owners, a failed recall repair that leaves the problem unresolved can strengthen a lemon law claim.

The new Chrysler Pacifica Hybrids carry forward the same powertrain architecture. Owners of recent Pacifica Hybrid models with recurring defects have the same lemon law rights as those in earlier years.

Ask Neale & Fhima About Your California Chrysler Lemon Law Case

Q: My Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid was recalled but the problem is still happening. Do I still have a lemon law claim?

A: Yes, if our vehicle remains under warranty, a failed recall repair can strengthen your claim. When a recall fix doesn’t resolve the defect, that documented failure is relevant evidence in a California lemon law proceeding. Our attorneys handle Pacifica Hybrid claims involving post-recall recurring defects regularly.

Q: My Pacifica has been in for different problems every time, not the same one. Can I still qualify?

A: Yes. California’s lemon law covers vehicles with multiple distinct defects. If the combined time out of service exceeds 30 cumulative days during the warranty period, your vehicle may qualify. Our attorneys evaluate the full repair history to determine whether your vehicle meets that bar.

Q: Can Stellantis deny my lemon law claim just because my warranty is close to expiring?

A: No. California lemon law protects you as long as the defect arose and was reported during the warranty period — even if the claim resolves after expiration. What matters is when the problem was first documented.

Q: What if the Chrysler dealer says the problem is normal or expected?

A: That response is a starting point for a legal claim, not a resolution. Our California Chrysler lemon law attorneys know how to challenge “normal operation” findings and document that a defect exists and that Stellantis has failed to repair it.

Common Chrysler Defects That May Qualify Under California Lemon Law

Both the Pacifica and Voyager have generated documented warranty complaints across multiple systems. The following defect types appear most frequently in consumer complaints and NHTSA records:

• Engine stalling, sudden loss of power, and failure to restart
• Transmission failures, hesitation, and hard shifting
• Hybrid battery defects and fire risk in Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid models
• Electrical system malfunctions, warning lights, and sensor failures
• Uconnect infotainment system freezing, blackouts, and unresponsive controls
• Brake defects, including soft pedal feel and premature wear
• Steering and suspension problems, including noise and vibration
• HVAC system failures and climate control malfunctions

If your Chrysler has experienced any of these problems and returned to the dealer without a lasting repair, our lemon law team can evaluate your claim.

Chrysler Models Our California Lemon Law Attorneys Handle

Chrysler’s current California lineup consists of the Pacifica, Pacifica Hybrid, and Voyager. All three are covered by California lemon law when warranty defects go unresolved.

Chrysler Pacifica

The Pacifica is Chrysler’s flagship minivan and the most commonly involved model in California lemon law claims. The 2027 Chrysler Pacifica features a refreshed exterior and updated technology packages, yet it inherits the same powertrain architecture that has generated years of documented complaints. Our attorneys handle Pacifica claims across all current model years under warranty.

Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

The Pacifica Hybrid’s defect history is the most extensively documented of any Chrysler model in California lemon law proceedings. Transmission wiring failures, battery defects, hybrid system malfunctions, and Uconnect problems have affected model years from 2017 through the current lineup.

Chrysler Voyager

The Voyager is Chrysler’s value-positioned minivan and shares the Pacifica’s powertrain. Complaint patterns include electrical failures, Uconnect malfunctions, engine stalling, and transmission issues. If your Voyager has been back to the dealer more than once and is still under warranty, a lemon law claim may apply.

Reach out to our California Chrysler lemon law attorneys for a free case review.

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What Are California’s Updated Lemon Law Procedures (AB 1755)?

California’s lemon law procedures changed significantly beginning in 2025 under Assembly Bill 1755. Chrysler owners with active or potential claims need to know how those changes affect their situation.

Here is what shifted:

• New filing deadlines: Claims must now be filed within one year after the manufacturer’s warranty expires and no later than six years from the vehicle’s original delivery date. These windows are shorter than before.
• Mandatory mediation: For manufacturers who opted into the AB 1755 framework under Senate Bill 26, mediation is required within 150 days of the manufacturer’s answer. Litigation pauses until mediation concludes.
• Opt-in manufacturer framework: The California Department of Consumer Affairs publishes a list of manufacturers operating under AB 1755 procedures. Whether those rules apply to your Chrysler depends on whether Stellantis has opted in.

The core remedies — repurchase, replacement, civil penalties, and attorney fee recovery — did not change. The procedural path did. Having a California Chrysler lemon law attorney manage the process from the start protects your rights under the new framework.

What Can You Recover in a California Chrysler Lemon Law Case?

When Stellantis cannot fix your Chrysler after a reasonable number of attempts, California’s lemon law provides three primary remedies:

• Vehicle repurchase: Stellantis refunds the full purchase price, including sales tax, registration fees, and finance charges, minus a mileage offset calculated from the date of the first repair attempt
• Vehicle replacement: Stellantis replaces your defective Chrysler with a comparable new vehicle
• Cash settlement: A negotiated payment compensating for the vehicle’s diminished value or costs caused by the ongoing defect

Stellantis pays your attorney fees when you prevail on a lemon law claim. Our attorneys at Neale & Fhima pursue the full recovery the law allows.

How Does the California Lemon Law Mileage Offset Work?

When Stellantis repurchases a defective Chrysler under California lemon law, the manufacturer can apply a mileage offset deduction for the time the vehicle was driven before the defect was first reported for repair.

The calculation is based on the mileage at the first repair attempt for the warranty-covered problem, not the vehicle’s current mileage. California uses a statutory formula that compares those miles against a presumed 120,000-mile vehicle lifespan.

For example, if your Chrysler Pacifica first went to the dealership for a recurring transmission problem at 10,000 miles, the deduction would be based on those initial 10,000 miles of use. Miles added after repeated failed repair attempts generally do not increase the offset.

Mileage deductions are frequently disputed in California lemon law cases because manufacturers sometimes calculate them incorrectly or attempt to apply larger offsets than the law allows. Our attorneys review every buyback calculation carefully before a settlement is finalized.

Frequently Asked Questions: California Chrysler Lemon Law

How many repair attempts does it take before my Chrysler qualifies as a lemon?

California law does not set a fixed number. Courts typically treat two to four attempts for the same defect as reasonable.

Thirty or more cumulative days out of service within the warranty period, even across different problems, may also qualify a vehicle.

How long do I have to file a Chrysler lemon law claim in California?

Under AB 1755, claims must be filed within one year after the manufacturer’s warranty expires and no later than six years from the vehicle’s original delivery date. These windows are shorter than under the prior law, so acting promptly after identifying a recurring defect matters.

Does California lemon law cover a leased Chrysler Pacifica?

Yes. California lemon law covers both purchased and leased vehicles when the defect is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty and arose during the lease term. Lessees may recover lease payments made, any capitalized down payment, and documented defect-related costs.

What if Stellantis denies my lemon law claim?

A denial is the beginning of the legal phase, not the end of your options. Our California Chrysler lemon law attorneys pursue arbitration or litigation when Stellantis refuses to honor a valid claim. A denial does not change what the law requires.

Does lemon law cover 2026 and 2027 Chrysler vehicles?

Yes. California lemon law applies to any Chrysler still under its manufacturer’s warranty, regardless of model year. The 2026 and 2027 Chrysler Pacifica, Pacifica Hybrid, and Voyager are all covered. Defects in newer models carry the same legal weight as those in earlier years.

Does California lemon law cover a used Chrysler?

It can. A used Chrysler may qualify when it was purchased or leased while the original manufacturer’s warranty was still active and the defect is covered by that warranty. Certified pre-owned Chrysler vehicles with remaining factory coverage are frequently eligible.

Can I get a lemon law buyback if my Chrysler Pacifica has a fire-related recall defect?

Yes. A recall does not eliminate your lemon law rights. If the recall repair failed to resolve the defect, or if the vehicle was out of service for extended periods waiting for parts, that history supports a lemon law claim.

You can check active Chrysler recalls through the NHTSA recall database, and our attorneys can assess whether a buyback applies.

Your Next Step With Neale & Fhima

Your family depends on a vehicle that works. If your Chrysler Pacifica or Voyager has been back to the dealer repeatedly and Stellantis still hasn’t fixed the problem, California law may require them to take it back.

Neale & Fhima knows how Stellantis handles warranty disputes in California and how to hold them accountable. Contact our California Chrysler lemon law attorneys today for a free consultation.

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