Auto Fraud Attorney Los Angeles

How Our Auto Dealer Fraud Lawyers Help You Fight Back

Our auto fraud attorneys have dedicated their careers to holding dishonest car dealers accountable for the financial damage they cause California consumers.

We understand exactly how dealers operate their fraudulent schemes because we’ve sued hundreds of auto dealers across Los Angeles and recovered millions of dollars for victims of dealer fraud.

When you hire Consumer Action Law Group, you get attorneys who know how to investigate dealer fraud cases, gather the evidence needed to prove your claims, and force dealers to pay full compensation for their illegal actions.

Our legal team works on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid when we win your case and recover money from the dealer who defrauded you.

We handle all communication with the dealership, their lawyers, and their insurance companies so you can focus on your daily life while we fight for the money you deserve.

Our goal is always to get you a full refund of your down payment and monthly payments, plus compensation for your out-of-pocket expenses and legal fees.

Here’s how we can help:

Auto Dealer Fraud Cases

Our auto dealer fraud lawyers file lawsuits against car dealerships that lie to buyers about vehicle history, condition, or pricing.

We investigate every aspect of your car purchase to identify all the ways the dealer violated California consumer protection laws during the sales process.

Our attorneys have successfully sued dealers for selling cars with undisclosed accident damage, frame problems, flood damage, or mechanical defects that should have been revealed before the sale.

We also handle cases where dealers charged more than the advertised price, added unauthorized fees, or used false advertising to lure customers into purchasing vehicles they couldn’t afford.

When dealers refuse to honor their legal obligations, we file lawsuits in California courts and pursue every available remedy under state and federal consumer protection laws.

Our track record includes recovering tens of thousands of dollars for individual clients who were cheated by dishonest auto dealers throughout the Los Angeles area.

California Lemon Law Representation

Our Los Angeles lemon law attorneys sue car manufacturers when they sell defective vehicles that cannot be repaired despite multiple repair attempts.

California lemon laws require manufacturers to buy back vehicles that have substantial defects covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty.

We handle lemon law cases for both new and certified pre-owned vehicles that develop recurring problems during the warranty period.

Our legal team knows how to document repair attempts, work with expert witnesses, and prove that your vehicle qualifies for a full refund under California lemon laws.

Manufacturers often try to avoid their lemon law obligations by claiming that repairs were successful or that problems don’t qualify as substantial defects.

Our attorneys fight these tactics and force manufacturers to provide replacement vehicles or complete refunds, plus payment of your attorney fees and costs.

False Advertising Claims

We sue car dealerships that use deceptive advertising to lure customers with promises of low prices, special financing, or vehicle features that don’t actually exist.

Our attorneys understand how to prove that dealer advertisements violated California’s false advertising laws and caused financial harm to consumers.

Many consumers are victims of bait-and-switch schemes where the advertised vehicle is not available, but high-pressure sales tactics convince them to purchase a more expensive car.

We also handle cases where dealers advertise certified pre owned vehicles that don’t meet manufacturer certification standards or promise financing terms that aren’t actually available.

False advertising cases often result in significant damage awards because California law allows consumers to recover both actual damages and penalties from dishonest advertisers.

Our legal team has the experience needed to gather advertising evidence, interview witnesses, and build strong cases against dealers who use false advertising to defraud consumers.

Common Types of Auto Fraud We See In LA Day In and Day Out

Concealed Accident History Creates Dangerous Road Conditions

Auto dealers regularly hide a vehicle’s accident history from buyers because cars with collision damage sell for much less money.

Your dealer may have sold you a car that was involved in a serious crash, then repaired just enough to make it look presentable on the lot.

These vehicles can suffer sudden brake failure, steering problems, or structural collapse during normal driving because the original damage was never properly fixed.

When dealers engage in this type of fraud, they’re essentially selling you a potential death trap while collecting full price for a damaged vehicle.

Frame Damage Compromises Structural Integrity

Cars with frame damage should never be sold as safe vehicles because the structural foundation that protects occupants during crashes has been compromised.

Dealers often purchase these vehicles at auction for a fraction of their normal value, then sell them to unsuspecting buyers at full market price.

Even minor frame damage can cause uneven tire wear, poor handling, and mechanical problems that make the vehicle unreliable for daily transportation.

The financial loss can reach tens of thousands of dollars because a car with frame damage is essentially worthless in the legitimate auto market.

Odometer Tampering Steals Vehicle Value

Rolling back odometers allows dealers to charge higher prices for vehicles that have actually been driven far more miles than displayed.

This fraudulent practice, known as odometer rollback, can instantly add thousands of dollars to a vehicle’s apparent value while hiding excessive wear and tear.

The actual mileage affects everything from warranty coverage to resale value, meaning the fraud continues to cost you money for years after the purchase.

False Advertising Inflates Purchase Prices

Car dealerships use deceptive advertising to lure customers with low prices, then switch them to more expensive vehicles or add hidden fees during the sales process.

Once you’re at the dealership, high-pressure sales tactics and confusing paperwork make it difficult to leave without signing a contract for a more expensive vehicle.

The combination of false advertising and bait-and-switch tactics creates contracts that heavily favor the dealership while leaving buyers with vehicles they can’t afford.

Predatory Lending Traps Vulnerable Buyers

Auto dealers often work with lenders who target consumers with poor credit, offering loans with interest rates that exceed California’s legal limits.

These predatory lending arrangements generate huge profits for both the dealer and lender while creating crushing debt burdens for car buyers.

Without legal intervention, families can lose their transportation, damage their credit, and face years of financial hardship from a single fraudulent car purchase.