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2024 Ford F-250 Lemon Law Case Study: Buyback in Florida

Purchased New in Florida
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$85,700
Recovered
4 Visits
Repair Attempts
95 Days
Out of Service
6,565 Mi
At First Repair
Case Overview

2024 Ford F-250: 4 Repair Visits and 95 Days Out of Service

2024 Ford F-250 lemon law buyback in Florida: Easy Lemon recovered $85,700 for this client after 4 repair visits and 95 days out of service. The claim was brought under Florida Lemon Law (Fla. Stat. §681.10 to §681.118). When the same defect keeps coming back and the manufacturer cannot fix it, the owner may be entitled to a buyback, a replacement or a cash settlement, at no cost†.

Our client bought a new 2024 Ford F-250 in Florida and had their first repair visit at 6,565 miles. Repair records show 4 visits and 95 days out of service.

Easy Lemon took this matter to Ford and settled it with a vehicle buyback totaling $85,700. The total combines the payment to our client, the payoff to the lender and the attorney fees that the manufacturer paid.

Systems Involved

  • Engine
  • Braking
  • Drivetrain/Axles
  • Suspension
  • Steering
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4
Repair Attempts
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95
Days Out of Service
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6,565
Miles at First Repair
✓
$85,700
Recovered
Repair History

2024 Ford F-250 Repair History: What the Repair Orders Show

Visit 1: December 26-31, 2024

  • The owner reported a squealing noise when applying the brakes.
  • Our technician verified this issue and performed a full four-wheel brake inspection.
  • The brake fluid level was correct, and all brake pads were found to have 10 mm of remaining thickness (well within specification).
  • However, the front brake rotors displayed heat marks and spots, which were determined to be the source of the noise.
  • To resolve this issue, the technician put the vehicle in brake service mode, removed the front rotors and resurfaced them professionally to remove the heat spots. This reduced their thickness from an initial 37.4 mm on the left and 37.3 mm on the right to a final 37.1 mm and 36.9 mm, respectively (still above the 36.5 mm minimum specification).
  • The brake pads were cleaned and scuffed, and the system was reassembled, quality checked and is now operating correctly without noise.

Visit 2: January 28-31, 2025

  • The owner reported that their truck shakes at highway speeds and lacks power, especially when pulling a trailer.
  • A technician verified these driveability concerns and performed an inspection, finding no obvious issues.
  • A diagnostic scan with the Ford Diagnostic and Repair System (FDRS) detected trouble code P0194, which indicated an issue with the fuel rail pressure (FRP) sensor.
  • The technician accessed the sensor by removing the charge air cooler (CAC) to turbo cooler tube after performing specific pinpoint tests that showed the sensor was out of specification.
  • The faulty FRP sensor was replaced with a new part, and all components were reinstalled and torqued according to the service manual specifications.
  • The fuel system was primed and all diagnostic codes were cleared. A final road test confirmed that the repair was successful and the system is working as designed.

Visit 3: February 19-March 24, 2025

  • The owner reported significant issues with their truck swaying, floating all over the road, and shaking at speeds over 50 mph.
  • The technician verified these concerns with a road test and also ran a Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH) diagnostic test using specialized equipment; this test pinpointed the rear driveshaft as the source of the vibration.
  • To correct the issue, the rear driveshaft was accessed, removed, and replaced.
  • The rear driveshaft slip yoke was cleaned and lubricated before the entire assembly was reinstalled.

Visit 4: May 13-Jul 2, 2025

  • The owner reported a vehicle shudder during acceleration, which a technician verified as a significant vibration under load around 20 mph.
  • After initial testing with a Field Service Engineer (FSE) using a Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH) analyzer, an attempt to adjust driveline angles with spacers did not fix the problem. The problem was found inside the rear differential.
  • Upon inspection, metal shards and metallic fluid were discovered; this indicated pitting in the carrier bearings.
  • The technician put in new differential and side bearings and resealed and refilled the differential unit. A test drive afterward confirmed that the harsh vibration was resolved.
Legal Analysis

Can a 2024 Ford F-250 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
This case: This Ford F-250 went to the dealer 4 times and was out of service for 95 days. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act also applies to written warranties nationwide. Our client paid $0 out of pocket†.
Our Approach

How Was This Ford F-250 Lemon Law Claim Resolved?

1

Free Case Review

We read the repair orders and counted the visits and the days the F-250 spent at the dealer.

2

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.

3

Demand to Ford

We sent Ford a written demand that set out the repair history and asked for a buyback.

4

Vehicle Buyback

Ford agreed to a vehicle buyback totaling $85,700. Our client paid nothing out of pocket† for legal representation.

Case Status

$85,700 Vehicle Buyback Secured

$85,700
Vehicle Buyback: Manufacturer Repurchase

Key Case Facts

  • Vehicle: 2024 Ford F-250
  • Purchased in: Florida
  • Status at purchase: New
  • Mileage at first repair: 6,565 miles
  • Systems involved: Engine, Braking, Drivetrain/Axles, Suspension, Steering
  • Repair attempts: 4 visits
  • Days out of service: 95 days
  • Manufacturer: Ford
  • Settlement type: Vehicle Buyback
  • Settlement amount: $85,700 (Buyback)
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Attorney on Record

Ron Kaniuk, Esq. — Florida Managing Partner

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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Common Questions

2024 Ford F-250 Lemon Law Questions in Florida

What does Florida lemon law require for a vehicle like this Ford F-250?
Under Florida Lemon Law - Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Fla. Stat. §681.10 to §681.118), the repair standard is 3 repair attempts for the same defect, plus a final repair attempt after written notice, or 30 cumulative calendar days (60 days for recreational vehicles) out of service. Remedies: Replacement vehicle or a refund of the purchase price (minus a reasonable offset for use). The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act also applies to written warranties nationwide.
How much did Easy Lemon recover in this 2024 Ford F-250 case?
The case was settled through a vehicle buyback of $85,700. The total is the payment to our client, the payoff to the lender and the attorney fees paid by the manufacturer. Results may vary. Prior outcomes do not guarantee a similar result.
What is the difference between a buyback and a cash-and-keep settlement?
Under a buyback deal, the manufacturer takes back the vehicle, pays off the loan or lease and then refunds the owner, after subtracting any use allowance the state permits. In a cash-and-keep settlement, the owner keeps the vehicle and receives a cash payment.
Do I pay anything to hire Easy Lemon for a Ford lemon law claim?
No upfront fee. In lemon law cases the manufacturer generally pays the attorney fees under fee-shifting statutes. In this case our client paid nothing out of pocket†.
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