Tesla Lemon Law Attorney

The Tesla systems most commonly affected by Lemon Law claims include:

Battery and Powertrain

Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD)

Touchscreen and Infotainment

Electrical and Charging Systems

Suspension, Steering, and Brakes

Tesla’s over-the-air updates are usually installed automatically by the car itself; no physical repairs are needed. If a defect is addressed via OTA, it may count as a completed repair attempt under the general Lemon Law rules.
For example, California Lemon Law counts any OTA update sent by Tesla to fix a problem as a repair attempt. These defects could include autopilot glitches, touchscreen freezing, and charging software bugs.

Tesla’s manufacturing approach of prioritizing production volume over consistent quality control has created a unique pattern in lemon law claims, particularly for ‘early production’ vehicles in new model lines. Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck vehicles manufactured during initial production ramps frequently experience higher defect rates including panel gap inconsistencies, water leaks, and electrical issues that manifest within the lemon law qualification period. Tesla typically defends these claims by performing adjustments rather than component replacements, often classifying build quality issues as ‘within specification’ despite clear manufacturing inconsistencies. To strengthen your case, document specific measurements of panel gaps, water intrusion points, or other build defects, comparing to Tesla’s own quality specifications when available. Photographic evidence comparing your vehicle to identical models from later production runs can establish that your defects exceed normal manufacturing variations and substantially impair the vehicle’s value.

Tesla has faced multiple “right to repair” lawsuits accusing the company of monopolizing repairs and restricting access to parts, diagnostic tools, and software. A major class-action lawsuit filed in 2023 initially survived dismissal, but it was later voluntarily dropped and is no longer active.

In many cases, what Tesla labels as “normal” is actually a sign of a recurring defect you shouldn’t have to live with. If your Tesla’s issue affects safety, performance, or usability, it may still qualify as a defect, and you can proceed with the Tesla Lemon Law process.

Yes. A Tesla Lemon Law attorney can help even if your vehicle is out of warranty. You may still have rights under federal laws like the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, state consumer protection laws, or for claims involving misrepresentation, safety defects, or repair history.
If the defect occurred while the car was still under the manufacturer’s warranty period, an attorney can often pursue the claim even after the warranty has expired.

Early Tesla models (Model S, Model X, or first-gen Model 3) often experience build quality issues, such as misaligned panels, peeling paint, or loose components. When these defects require multiple attempts or significantly affect the vehicle’s use, value, or safety, they can strengthen a Lemon Law claim.
Repeated service visits for early production problems are recognized under California law and most states’ Lemon Laws when determining if a vehicle qualifies as a “lemon.”If the defect occurred while the car was still under the manufacturer’s warranty period, an attorney can often pursue the claim even after the warranty has expired.

Tesla’s central touchscreen controls most of the vehicle functions, including navigation, Autopilot, climate control, and communication. If it fails, multiple systems can become unstable, and substantial defects, such as freezing, rebooting, or losing access to key functions, can impair the vehicle’s use, value, and safety, making touchscreen issues a common Lemon Law concern.
Repeated service visits for early production problems are recognized under California law and most states’ Lemon Laws when determining if a vehicle qualifies as a “lemon.”If the defect occurred while the car was still under the manufacturer’s warranty period, an attorney can often pursue the claim even after the warranty has expired.