2023 Chevrolet Express Cargo Lemon Law Case Study: Cash and Keep Settlement in Florida
2023 Chevrolet Express Cargo: 3 Repair Visits and 51 Days Out of Service
Our client purchased a new 2023 Chevrolet Express Cargo in Florida. The first repair visit came at 55,100 miles. The repair records show 3 visits and 51 days out of service.
Easy Lemon took the case to Chevrolet and resolved it with a cash-and-keep settlement totaling $6,000. The total combines the payment to our client and the attorney fees paid by the manufacturer. Our client kept the vehicle.
Systems Involved
- Engine
- Transmission
- Electrical
- Drivetrain/Axles
2023 Chevrolet Express Cargo Repair History: What the Repair Orders Show
Visit 1: March 2–11, 2026
- The owner reported that the vehicle was showing a low oil warning.
- Upon inspection, a diagnostic trouble code (P2SOA) related to the oil level switch circuit was found, caused by an internal short in the switch.
- The oil level was checked and found to be normal.
- During a test drive, the oil warning light and check engine light were observed turning on and off intermittently.
- Circuits connected to the engine control module were tested and found to be functioning properly.
- However, resistance testing of the oil pressure switch showed readings outside the normal range.
- The issue was resolved by replacing the engine oil pressure switch and performing electrical diagnostics.
Visit 2: March 16–26, 2026
- The owner states that the vehicle experiences heavy banging and jolting at stops; it feels as if something is hitting it from behind.
- The concern occurs after driving at least 20 miles once the vehicle has warmed up.
- The technician drove the vehicle for 80-86 miles.
Visit 3: April 1–30, 2026
- The owner states that once the vehicle reaches operating temperature it shifts poorly, and it must be driven for a few minutes before the issue occurs.
- They also report a loud bang when downshifting.
- The technician test drove the vehicle and verified the concern.
- A scan showed no current or stored fault codes.
- Upon inspection, the transmission fluid was found to be burnt with metal shavings present in the pan.
- The transmission was removed and disassembled, revealing that the 1-2-3-4 clutches had failed, sending material into the filter, clogging it and restricting fluid flow.
- This caused the transmission to overheat and the torque converter to fail, spreading metal debris throughout the system.
- The transmission was overhauled, with all necessary components replaced, including the valve body, clutches, steels, and seals.
- The system was thoroughly cleaned, reassembled, and reinstalled.
- Fluid was refilled, and characterization data was refreshed with a service fast learn performed.
- After repairs, the vehicle was test driven and the transmission is now operating as designed.
Can a 2023 Chevrolet Express Cargo Be a Lemon in Florida?
Florida Lemon Law - Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Fla. Stat. §681.10 to §681.118) covers new or demonstrator motor vehicles purchased or leased in Florida, primarily for personal, family, or household use.
- Repair attempts: 3 repair attempts for the same defect, plus a final repair attempt after written notice
- Days out of service: 30 cumulative calendar days (60 days for recreational vehicles)
- Remedies: Replacement vehicle or a refund of the purchase price (minus a reasonable offset for use)
- Attorney fees: Yes - manufacturer pays consumer's attorney fees if consumer prevails
How Was This Chevrolet Express Cargo Lemon Law Claim Resolved?
Free Case Review
We read the repair orders and counted the visits and the days the Express Cargo spent at the dealer.
Building the File
We sorted all repair orders by date and noted what was reported, what was diagnosed and what was done. That way the record showed the problems coming back.
Demand to Chevrolet
We sent Chevrolet a written demand that set out the repair history and asked for a cash settlement.
Cash and Keep
Chevrolet agreed to a cash-and-keep settlement totaling $6,000. Our client paid nothing out of pocket† for legal representation.
$6,000 Cash and Keep Secured
Key Case Facts
- Vehicle: 2023 Chevrolet Express Cargo
- Purchased in: Florida
- Status at purchase: New
- Mileage at first repair: 55,100 miles
- Systems involved: Engine, Transmission, Electrical, Drivetrain/Axles
- Repair attempts: 3 visits
- Days out of service: 51 days
- Manufacturer: Chevrolet
- Settlement type: Cash and Keep
- Settlement amount: $6,000 (Cash and Keep)
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Attorney on Record
Ron Kaniuk, Esq.
Florida Managing Partner, Easy Lemon by RockPoint Law P.C.
Ron runs the firm's Florida lemon law practice from the Miami office. He earned his J.D. at St. John's University School of Law in 1996 and has handled buyback, replacement and cash-and-keep claims against every major manufacturer.
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