Kia Telluride Lemon Law

Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, a vehicle may qualify as a lemon if the manufacturer has been given a reasonable number of repair attempts to fix a substantial defect. Four visits for the same engine stalling defect generally meets the threshold. You may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a full refund including taxes, registration fees, and incidental damages.

A manufacturer or dealer cannot dismiss a substantial impairment of use or safety as normal operating behavior. If the transmission shudder affects drivability or safety, it may constitute a nonconformity under the Song-Beverly Act. Document every visit and complaint in writing, and consider obtaining an independent inspection to support your claim.

Spontaneous sunroof shattering is a known defect in certain Telluride model years and should be covered under Kia's basic warranty. If Kia fails to permanently repair or replace the defective component after a reasonable number of attempts, you may pursue a Lemon Law claim under Song-Beverly. California law covers defects that substantially impair the vehicle's use, value, or safety.

Yes, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act protects used vehicle buyers as long as the vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer's original new-vehicle warranty. Kia's powertrain warranty of 10 years or 100,000 miles transfers to subsequent owners at 5 years or 60,000 miles. You have the same Lemon Law rights as the original purchaser for defects covered under the remaining warranty period.