Quick Answer: The Federal Trade Commission issued a consumer alert on September 1, 2026, warning that scammers are using AI to clone real dealership websites, copying logos, vehicle listings, and even customer reviews, to collect upfront payments for cars that don’t exist. Victims often arrive at the real dealership expecting to pick up their vehicle, […]
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New California Law Cracks Down on Hidden Car Dealer Fees Starting October 2026
Short Answer: The California Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Act is a new state law that takes effect October 1, 2026. It requires car dealers to advertise the total price of a vehicle, bans add-on charges that give the buyer no real benefit, and strengthens buyers’ right to cancel certain used-car purchases. If a dealer […]
2022 and 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee & Grand Cherokee L Problems & Complaints
Short answer: The biggest problems with the 2022 and 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L are electrical system glitches, transmission shifting problems, and suspension and steering noise. Electrical issues are by far the most common, while transmission and suspension problems are reported less often. In 4xe hybrid models, Jeep issued a recall covering […]
2023 Ford Mustang Problems & Complaints
Short answer: The biggest problems actual owners have reported on the 2023 Ford Mustang are steering system defects, brake failures tied to a faulty warning light, and unexpected engine stalling or throttle loss. Steering issues are the most common of the group. NHTSA has logged 15 individual owner complaints against the 2023 Mustang, several of […]
Cargos del Concesionario en California: Cuáles Son Ilegales, Cuáles Son Negociables y Cómo Combatirlos
Negoció un buen precio por su carro nuevo, pero cuando el gerente de finanzas le entrega los papeles finales, se le cae el alma al suelo. El precio “de salida” —es decir, el monto final que realmente pagará, con absolutamente todo incluido— es miles de dólares más de lo que acordaron, escondido bajo una montaña […]
California Lemon Law After AB 1755 and SB 26 — What’s Changed for Consumers in 2026
Maria bought a new SUV in early 2022. By year two, the transmission was slipping. By year three, she’d been back to the dealership four times for the same problem and still had no fix. She finally decided to pursue a lemon law claim, and that’s when things got complicated. Her attorney told her something […]
Can I Sue a Dealership for Auto Fraud?
Marcus had been shopping for months. He finally found what looked like the perfect used SUV — the right price, low miles, clean interior. The salesperson was friendly and answered every question without hesitation. When Marcus asked about the car’s history, the rep pulled up a vehicle history report and pointed to the clean result: […]
Car Dealer Hid Accident History? Here’s What California Law Gives You
You asked about the car’s history. The dealer said it was clean. Then you ran a Carfax — or a mechanic found something — and the truth came out. The vehicle had been in a serious accident, and the dealer knew. If this sounds familiar, you may have a strong auto fraud claim under California […]
Can I Get a Refund If I Bought a Car Involved in Fraud?
In most cases, yes — you have legal grounds to get a refund or compensation if you unknowingly purchased a fraudulent vehicle. Your options depend on who sold it to you and what type of fraud occurred. You may be able to rescind the sale under state consumer protection laws, sue for damages under federal […]
How to Use VIN Check Tools to Avoid Auto Fraud
To use VIN check tools to avoid auto fraud, start by locating the 17-character VIN on the dashboard or door jamb, then run it through at least three sources: NICB VINCheck (free, nicb.org) for stolen vehicle and salvage records, NMVTIS (vehiclehistory.gov, roughly $3–$13) for title history across all 50 states, and a paid vehicle history […]
