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The owner alleged recurring paint defects on a 2017 Hyundai Elantra, including roof paint bubbling/peeling and hood paint coming apart, despite warranty service attempts. Although these services were documented around the Woodland Hills area, California Lemon Law protections apply statewide.
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Repair History (from service records)
The visits below summarize what the records show (dates, mileage, complaint, diagnosis/repair, result).
| Date | Mileage | Dealership/Shop | Complaint | Diagnosis | Repair Performed | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-10-24 (closed 2018-10-31) | 21,213 | Mission Hills Hyundai | Roof paint began to bubble and peel. | Paint top layer peeling/exposing paint; chipping noted. | Sublet to body shop for paint correction. | Paint work performed via sublet; rental noted in visit documentation. |
| 2019-02-06 (closed 2019-03-05) | 23,914 | Mission Hills Hyundai | Hood paint coming apart; alleged defective material; no outside influence. | Paint coming apart on hood documented. | Sublet to vendor for paint correction. | Paint work performed via sublet; rental noted in visit documentation. |
Pattern Summary
- Multiple documented visits for paint/finish defects, including bubbling/peeling and paint separation.
- Concerns affected more than one exterior panel (roof and hood).
- Records reflect sublet paint/body work to outside vendors/body shop.
- The repair timeline shows at least one extended service window tied to paint correction.
- Documentation reflects rental vehicle support tied to the paint-repair work.
Settlement Outcome
The case ended in a California Lemon Law monetary settlement of $10,414. Hyundai did not admit liability or wrongdoing.
California Lemon Law & Auto Fraud Rights
California’s Lemon Law can apply when a new (or qualifying) vehicle has a warranty-covered nonconformity that the manufacturer or its authorized facilities cannot repair after reasonable opportunities—especially where the problem affects the vehicle’s value (including significant paint/finish defects), use, or safety.
Key points that commonly matter in paint/finish disputes:
- Repeat repair attempts: Multiple documented visits for the same concern can support a Lemon Law theory.
- Time out of service: Long repair windows—especially when the vehicle is down for vendor/body-shop work—can be important.
- Documentation controls the narrative: Repair orders, complaint descriptions, and outcomes are often decisive.
- Statewide coverage: Where you live in California does not change the protections.
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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 substantial time out of service—can be enough depending on the defect and the documented history.
Can paint bubbling or peeling qualify under California Lemon Law?
It can, particularly when the defect is significant and persists after warranty-directed repairs, because it can materially affect the vehicle’s value and ownership experience.
What if the dealer keeps sending the vehicle to a body shop or outside vendor?
Sublet repairs and extended paint-correction timelines can strengthen documentation of “reasonable repair opportunities” and time out of service, depending on what the records show.
Does Woodland Hills matter for a California Lemon Law claim?
No. California Lemon Law protections apply statewide; Woodland Hills is simply the owner’s city reflected in the records.
Next Steps
If you’re dealing with repeated warranty visits, extended repair timelines, or defects that keep returning, the fastest path is usually a document review: repair orders, warranty communications, and any settlement or offer paperwork. Don’t wait—deadlines apply under California law, and our firm handles California cases only.