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The owner alleged a grinding/clicking noise when shifting gears in a 2017 Honda Civic Type R, with service visits occurring around the mid-35,000-mile range. California Lemon Law protections apply statewide.
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Repair History
The table below summarizes what the service records reflect (dates, mileage, complaint, diagnosis/repair, and result).
| Date | Mileage | Dealership/Shop | Complaint | Diagnosis | Repair Performed | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-01-07 | 35,183 | New Century Honda of Glendale | Clicking noise when shifting 1st → 2nd gear | Concern not confirmed on road test | Road test; multi-point inspection/tire pressure check | Vehicle noted as operating as designed |
| — | 35,338 | New Century Honda of Glendale | Grinding noise when shifting to 2nd gear; “gear locks up” allegation | Concern not confirmed; advised to capture video | Road test; multi-point inspection/tire pressure check | No confirmed fix documented |
Pattern Summary
- Drivability complaints focused on gear-shift noise (clicking/grinding), particularly involving 2nd gear.
- Service records reflect inability to confirm the reported concern during testing in at least one documented entry.
- Repairs documented as inspection/verification-oriented rather than a definitive correction.
Settlement Outcome
Without admitting liability or wrongdoing, the case resolved through a monetary settlement, with the defendants paying the owner $15,000 to resolve the dispute under California law.
California Lemon Law & Auto Fraud Rights
Based on the provided records, this matter most directly aligns with a California Lemon Law/warranty theory (repeated drivability complaints with no confirmed fix documented). California Lemon Law protections apply statewide.
- Repeat repair attempts: Multiple opportunities to address the same core symptom can support a claim.
- Drivability matters: Transmission/shift-quality issues can be “substantial” when they affect safe, reliable operation.
- Documentation is leverage: Repair orders and invoices help establish the pattern and chronology.
- Statewide protection: Your rights do not depend on city.
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California Lemon Law – Common Questions
How many repair attempts are “enough” in California?
There is no single magic number. Repeated attempts for the same defect—or a defect that materially affects use, value, or safety—can qualify depending on the facts.
Does it matter if the problem is “intermittent” or not duplicated at the shop?
Not necessarily. Intermittent issues can still be substantial. Strong documentation (repeat complaints, consistent symptom descriptions, videos, and return visits) can help show the defect persists.
Can I have a case if the dealer says the vehicle is “operating as designed”?
Potentially, yes. That phrase does not automatically end the analysis—what matters is whether the defect substantially affects the vehicle and whether reasonable repair opportunities occurred.
Does Signal Hill matter for a California Lemon Law claim?
No. California Lemon Law protections are statewide. Signal Hill is simply the local context for where the owner was located or where records reflect service activity.
Next Steps
If you’re dealing with repeated repair visits, shifting/drivability concerns, or warranty runaround, the fastest next step is to organize your repair orders and get a case evaluation while deadlines are still protected under California law.