REPRESENTING INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS IN LEGAL ACTIONS AGAINST CAR MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS

CONSUMER RIGHTS ATTORNEYS - AUTO DEFECTS AND LEMON LAW

The law office handles a variety of automobile defect issues for people nationwide. We are located in southern CA, in Los Angeles County. Your automobile defect issues may involve federal statutes, thus it might not be required that you retain legal services in the state in which you reside. We suggest speaking with an attorney for advice about your specific issue - this website is general information and not legal advice.

DEFECTS IN DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING - OVERHEATING

Proper Pressure in Your Engine Coolant Moves Heat Away

A car’s internal combustion engine generates heat, and modern cars use a circulating liquid (coolant) to transfer heat away from the engine block to a high surface area radiator coupled with a fan. Pressure is required to move the coolant, although significant pressure can build up and thus an expansion tank is typically used to allow overflowing coolant to be captured and reused. The expansion tank allows proper pressure and flow of the coolant, creating a properly cycling system.

When hoses, hose clamps, pumps, or even the expansion tank itself fails in integrity, low pressure of coolant results and the diminished liquid flow can reduce the amount of heat removed from the engine. Engine overheating is the end result.

If a car engine cooling system is not properly working, the overheating can can damage the heat gaskets and even deform engine parts, leading to leaks and possibly a seized motor. These types of repairs can be very costly.

DESIGN OR MANUFACTURING FLAWS

Some car models have design defects in the cooling system that lead to engine failure. Car manufactures may recognize these issues and recall the vehicles to fix the problem or issue a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) instructing special repair or monitoring of the vehicle. Usually, when engine problems occur within the warranty period of the vehicle, repair costs are not the responsibility of the owner or person leasing. When design or manufacturing defects are the root cause of engine issue, car dealers and manufactures typically repair the vehicle and do not charge owners and leasees, even if out of the warranty period. This is the fair and right thing to do. However, some car dealers and manufactures may not inform you of the known issues, and require you to pay for repairs to the damaged engine.

DON’T LET AUTO DEALERS AND MANUFACTURERS PASS THEIR MISTAKE ONTO YOU

Don’t get stuck paying for repairs that were really caused by a design or manufacturing defect. Even if outside the warranty period, you have rights when your car, truck, or SUV has issues due to the fault of the car dealer or manufacturer. Send our offices an email, or call us today, toll free.