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If your car keeps failing in San Francisco and the manufacturer can’t make it right, you may have a claim under California lemon law. We handle cases across the city and the broader Bay Area.
California lemon law applies in San Francisco the same way it applies anywhere in the state. If you bought or leased a car with a serious problem the manufacturer can’t fix after enough chances, you may be entitled to a full refund, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement.
The defect must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty and must substantially affect how you drive the car, what it’s worth, or whether it’s safe. More problems qualify than people realize. Recurring engine, transmission, electrical, brake, and warning light issues can all meet the threshold.
If your car has been back to a San Francisco or Bay Area dealership for the same problem multiple times and it still isn’t fixed, that’s the strongest indicator you may have a case.
San Francisco consumer cases are filed in the San Francisco County Superior Court. Unlimited civil cases are heard at the Civic Center Courthouse at 400 McAllister Street. San Francisco is unique because the city and county are coterminous, so jurisdiction questions are simpler than in larger counties with multiple branch courthouses.
We represent consumers throughout San Francisco, including SoMa, Mission, Castro, Marina, Pacific Heights, the Sunset, the Richmond, and the Financial District. We also handle cases for Bay Area consumers in San Mateo, Marin, Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara counties. The Bay Area has one of the highest concentrations of Tesla and other EVs in California, along with luxury European brands.
To get the most out of your first conversation, gather what you can. Don’t wait until you have everything — we’ll help you fill the gaps.
Every repair order. From every dealership visit. The single most important document.
Purchase or lease contract. The agreement you signed for the vehicle.
Vehicle registration. Current registration for the vehicle.
A valid driver’s license. For identity and standing.
Written communication. Any emails or letters with the manufacturer.
Diagnostic reports. If a shop gave you any.
Focused exclusively on automotive law. Lemon law, dealer fraud, and automotive class actions are all we do. Our focus is evident in our results.
20 years against manufacturers and dealers. They have strong legal teams, but we’ve been outmatching them for two decades, and they know it.
$400M+ recovered across 6,000+ cases. Manufacturers don’t pay fairly without a fight, and we know how to make them.
In-house inspection capability. The Margarian Garage lets us physically inspect and document your defect before we file, giving us evidence most firms simply don’t have.
Experience with Tesla and EV cases. The Bay Area’s high concentration of Tesla and electric vehicles means we see a steady volume of EV-specific issues, from software defects to battery problems to charging system failures.
No. We offer phone consultations and review documents remotely. San Francisco and Bay Area clients work with us regularly without traveling.
San Francisco lemon law cases are typically filed at the Civic Center Courthouse on McAllister Street, which handles unlimited civil matters for the San Francisco Superior Court.
Timelines vary based on the manufacturer, the defect, your repair history, and whether the case resolves through negotiation or goes to court. We’ll give you an honest assessment based on your case.
Yes. California lemon law applies to Tesla and other EVs the same way it applies to internal-combustion vehicles. Tesla cases often involve software defects, battery problems, charging issues, or autopilot-related defects. We handle these regularly.
If your vehicle keeps failing and the manufacturer isn’t making it right, our attorneys are here to help. A free case review is easy, and it could change everything. Call (818) 553-1000.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is evaluated on its individual merits. Outcomes vary based on the manufacturer, defect, repair history, and case posture. Attorney fees in qualifying lemon law cases are paid separately by the manufacturer upon a successful outcome under the California Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
