Cadillac is a one of the well-known and highly regarded automobile brands in the United States. Now a division of General Motor (GM) vehicles, many recent Cadillac models – including the Cadillac Escalade – have encountered significant performance and mechanical issues. Enduring such problems can be extremely frustrating for new Cadillac owners who were probably expecting a top-of-the-line, luxury automobile.
If you recently purchased a Cadillac Escalade from GM and it turns out the vehicle is a lemon, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do next. This is where it makes sense to retain the services of an experienced and knowledgeable Lemon Law attorney with Bad Vehicle.
Common Cadillac Escalade Issues That May Provide Grounds for a Lemon Law Claim
Consumers have reported an array of issues with the Cadillac Escalade including – but not limited to – the following:
- Engine failure
- Engine stalling while in operation
- Loss of power
- Unintended acceleration
- Sudden emissions system shuts down
- Refrigerant leak
- Broken control arm
- Broken roll bar connection
- Broken strut tower
- Broken drive axle
- Steering column lock error
The above-listed issues are not only annoying and frustrating, but they can pose a significant safety risk to you and any passengers in your vehicle.
Does Your Cadillac Escalade Qualify as a Lemon?
A Cadillac Escalade may be considered a “lemon” if it has one or more major defects that significantly impair the vehicle’s use, value, or safety. In addition, if the defect, or defects, cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts by GM-authorized dealership or service center, then you may have grounds for file a claim under applicable Lemon Law.
The exact criteria for determining what makes up a “reasonable number of attempts” may differ depending on the state where you reside. However, if you’ve tried to repair the same defect at least three times or haven’t been able to drive the car for 30 days or more due to repair, then you should speak to a Lemon Law attorney sooner rather than later.
Options If Your Cadillac Escalade is a Lemon
If your Cadillac Escalade meets the criterion to be considered a lemon under applicable state law, then you may be able to pursue one or more of the following options:
- Replacement: GM may offer to replace your defective Cadillac Escalade with a comparable new Cadillac vehicle of the same or similar year, make, and model.
- Repurchase (Buyback): GM may repurchase your defective Cadillac Escalade and provide a full refund of the purchase price, plus collateral costs such as fees, taxes, and finance charges.
- Cash Settlement: In some instances, GM may simply offer you a cash settlement as an alternative to repurchase or replacement.
To get a better sense of your legal options, contact an experienced and knowledgeable Lemon Law attorney.
Now is the Time to Act – Speak to an Experienced Lemon Law Attorney
If you have reason to believe your Cadillac Escalade is a lemon, contact Bad Vehicle online or call us at 1-855-223-8344 for a no-cost case evaluation. We believe you will find Bad Vehicle to be a smart choice when you need to exercise your Lemon Law rights.