This guide explains how the California Lemon Law for RVs applies, what common problems we see, and how you can protect your rights.
At RV Auto Legal Team, we consistently assist RV owners in matters concerning Grand Design Momentum, Forest River, and Keystone lemon law claims, as well as other cases involving Lippert frames, axles, and suspension systems.
If you own a Lippert 5th wheels, you might already know that these popular RVs can have significant chassis issues. What you might not know is that there are California Lemon Law remedies for RV owners.
How Does the California Lemon Law Apply to Lippert 5th Wheels?
Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (California Lemon Law), consumers are protected when their RV suffers from substantial defects that the manufacturer cannot repair within a reasonable number of attempts. While non-motorized 5th wheels are not “motor vehicles” under the statute, their Lippert chassis and chassis-related components are treated as consumer goods. This means you may be eligible for a California RV lemon law claim if your fifth wheel has repeated chassis problems.
Eligibility Basics:
- Defect must be covered by warranty.
- Defect must substantially impair use, value, or safety.
- 2+ repair attempts for safety issues, 4+ attempts for other issues, OR 30+ cumulative days out of service.
What are the Most Common Chassis Defects in Lippert 5th Wheels?
California consumers report recurring issues with the Lippert 5th wheels that often lead to RV lemon law claims:
These defects are not minor. They keep RVs out of service for months and compromise safety on California roads.
Which Fifth Wheel Brands Use Lippert Chassis?
The following manufacturers use Lippert chassis and are commonly involved in California lemon law cases:
If you own one of these fifth wheels, you may qualify for a California Lemon Law buyback or settlement.
California RV Dealers Selling Lippert-Based Fifth Wheels
If you bought or serviced your RV at a California dealer, you may have records that strengthen your claim. Common dealers include:
- Mike Thompson’s RV (Southern California) – Sells Grand Design Momentum toy haulers. mikethompson.com
- Happy Daze RV (Ripon & Sacramento) – Sells Grand Design Momentum and other models. happydazerv.com
- Camping World – Roseville – Offers Forest River fifth wheels. rv.campingworld.com
- Bobby Wayne’s RV – Lancaster – Carries Forest River fifth wheels. bobbywaynesrv.com
- Toscano RV – Los Banos – Sells Forest River and Keystone fifth wheels. toscanorv.com
- Best RV Center – Turlock – Large selection of Keystone, Forest River, and others. bestrv.com
Mentioning the dealer in your lemon law claim can help establish service history and repair attempts.
Lippert 5th Wheels Repair Delays and California Lemon Law
Many RV owners report long delays in RV repairs, especially when Lippert parts are on backorder. Common issues include:
- Waiting months for parts from Lippert or RV manufacturers.
- Dealer backlogs causing weeks of inactivity.
- 30+ days out of service – a key trigger under California Lemon Law.
Real-World California Lippert 5th Wheels Owner Experiences
- A Grand Design Momentum lemon law case in Sacramento involved a fifth wheel sitting at a dealer for over 90 days waiting for frame parts from Lippert.
- A Forest River Sandpiper lemon law case in Los Angeles County involved brake failure with nearly four months out of service.
- A Keystone Montana lemon law case in Central California involved repeated slide-out malfunctions and 45+ days in the shop.
These delays often push cases past the 30-day threshold required under California Lemon Law.
Lippert Warranty and Dealer Misrepresentation
A key issue in many cases is that Lippert does not provide a direct warranty to consumers. Instead:
- Lippert warranties are made for the RV manufacturer, not the buyer.
- Consumers must go through the selling dealer or manufacturer.
California law requires the manufacturer and selling dealer to honor the warranty.
If a selling dealer failed to disclose that Lippert does not back the consumer directly, you may also have a claim for misrepresentation or concealment under California law. This can include:
- Fraudulent Concealment – dealer knowingly hides the fact that Lippert does not provide direct warranty coverage.
- Negligent Misrepresentation – dealer misstates warranty coverage.
- Unfair or Deceptive Business Practices – actionable under California consumer protection statutes.
These claims may entitle you to additional damages beyond lemon law remedies, including civil penalties or punitive damages.
California Lemon Law Trends for Lippert Chassis RVs
Protecting Your Rights Under California RV Lemon Law
If your Lippert-based fifth wheel has:
- Spent 30+ cumulative days in the shop during warranty,
- Required multiple repair attempts for the same defect, or
- Experienced dangerous chassis or structural issues…
You may qualify for a California Lemon Law refund, replacement, or cash settlement.
At RV Auto Legal Team, we handle California RV lemon law claims every day. We know the patterns with Lippert chassis defects and how to hold RV manufacturers and dealers accountable.
California recently passed AB 1755, a law that shortens the deadline for filing a Lemon Law claim. Consumers must now file WITHIN ONE YEAR OF THE WARRANTY’S EXPIRATION DATE, making timing critical. Delaying could cost you your rights.
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If you own a Grand Design Momentum, Forest River Sandpiper, Keystone Montana, or any other fifth wheel built on a Lippert chassis and you’re experiencing repeated problems, don’t wait. Contact or Call RV Auto Legal Team today at 1-858-544-2292 for a free lemon law consultation. We’ll help you understand your rights, build your case, and fight to get the compensation or replacement vehicle you deserve.
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