At Shainfeld Law, our Stockton–Lodi metro area lemon law attorney knows Buick has a strong reputation for producing reliable and luxurious vehicles. Still, like any car, the manufacturer has faced significant issues of late, including certain 2024 Buick Encore GX, Envista, and Chevrolet Trax vehicles.
The current issue is that the Virtual Cockpit Unit Module (VCU) software may cause the instrument panel display to intermittently go blank at vehicle startup or while driving. A blank instrument panel will not show critical information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
In addition, Buick faces ongoing electrical issues that can be both frustrating and potentially hazardous, which may make the consumer eligible to file a California Lemon Law.
What are the Most Common Electrical Problems Associated with Buicks?
The California Lemon Law extends beyond just mechanical defects, encompassing issues with the vehicle’s electrical systems, safety features, and even aesthetic problems that significantly impact the vehicle’s value or usability. Regardless of its type, any defect impeding the vehicle’s use, value, or safety may be covered under the Lemon law.
That includes the following electrical issues plaguing some Buick models throughout California:
- Dead Battery: A dead battery is among the most frequent electrical issues Buick owners encounter. It can be caused by leaving the lights on, a malfunctioning alternator, or simply an aging battery that needs replacing. Symptoms include the vehicle not starting and dimmed lights.
- Electrical Wiring Issues: Damaged or corroded wiring can cause Electrical issues such as shorts, malfunctions, and intermittent problems with lights, power windows, and other systems.
- Faulty Alternator: The alternator charges the battery and powers the electrical system while the engine runs. If it fails, it can drain the battery, cause the lights to dim, and trigger a warning light on the dashboard.
- Faulty Ignition Switch: A malfunctioning ignition switch can cause the car not to respond when the key is turned, rendering it unable to start.
- Sensor Failures:Modern Buicks rely on various sensors to monitor systems. When a sensor fails, it can trigger warning lights on the dashboard, affect engine performance, or cause the vehicle to enter a reduced power mode.
- Starter Problems: A faulty starter can prevent the Buick from starting entirely. Indications of a bad starter include a clicking noise when you turn the key and the engine not cranking.
Contact Our Lemon Law Attorney at Shainfeld Law, P.C. Today
If you own a Buick in California that cannot be fixed after a reasonable number of attempts and is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, contact our experienced Stockton-Lodi metro area lemon law attorney at Shainfeld Law, P.C. today by calling 888-609-2593 or request a free consultation online to learn more about your rights as a California consumer and pursue a legal remedy that fits your needs.
When you work with our skilled Lemon Law attorneys in California, we’ll handle your claim against the manufacturer. With a 99% success rate, the manufacturer covers all your legal fees, so you won’t have to pay anything out of pocket for your lemon law case. And if we don’t win, you still won’t owe us anything.