The Situation
Section 1A Central Valley owner experienced charging failures and repeated battery module replacements.
Defect & Repairs
Section 2Substantial impairment to daily use; safety-related warnings documented on multiple visits.
Legal Path
Section 3Song-Beverly fee-shifting applied; manufacturer engaged after a structured demand with complete repair history.
Timeline
Section 4- 1
Early ownership
First battery-related repair.
- 2
Warranty period
Third and fourth attempts for same defect.
- 3
Resolution
Buyback finalized after audit of shop days.
Outcome
Section 5Repurchase with mileage offset applied per statute.
- Representative buyback
- $58,200
- Representative only. Not a guarantee of your result.
Representative case studies composited from common outcomes. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Documents That Mattered
Section 6- Battery module replacement invoices
- Tow and rental receipts
- Warranty booklet and VIN-specific bulletins
Lessons for Drivers
Section 7- Track days out of service across all visits. They add up.
- Safety warnings strengthen the impairment story.
