Anyone here been through the Jt buyback program or should I just get a lemon lawyer and get it over with??

[Hootbro]

I cannot complain about the way I’ve been treated.. but I just want this over with… yes the service manager has been very helpful but says his hands are tied…. Sent me internal documents that he had shared with Jeep care…

It sucks but it is a Kabuki dance process they have to follow through. I have seen with other people that eventually Jeep corporate will cut bait themselves and initiate the conversation for a buyback or Lemon Law process. There is no crystal ball on that time frame so it is going to be a decision on your part if you cannot wait to move forward pushing a Lemon Law claim.

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[MrJeep]

It sucks but it is a Kabuki dance process

Props for the erudite analogy

 

[Carrotzilla]

I had to lemon law a ram diesel (fl) because FCA stated that complete engine failure at 7k miles wasn’t a big deal. It was out of service for 31 days. After that they had no choice although they threatened to go to court until the day before trial. FLAG office was very helpful and efficient. A pleasant surprise in Government. The buy back dodge offered me was a f joke btw. Way under trade in

 

[Killinbill]

I had to lemon law a ram diesel (fl) because FCA stated that complete engine failure at 7k miles wasn’t a big deal. It was out of service for 31 days. After that they had no choice although they threatened to go to court until the day before trial. FLAG office was very helpful and efficient. A pleasant surprise in Government. The buy back dodge offered me was a f joke btw. Way under trade in

Thank you!! I’m at 17k and first issue but… they have replaced 5-6 modules and have had it over 30 days… had no issues till this?

 

[Killinbill]

Thank you!! I’m at 17k and first issue but… they have replaced 5-6 modules and have had it over 30 days… had no issues till this?

I live in fl now.. bought in Ky when I lived there . Now I’m a fl resident.. so Ky or fl ag office?

 

[Carrotzilla]

I live in fl now.. bought in Ky when I lived there . Now I’m a fl resident.. so Ky or fl ag office?

not sure but the fl gov website has Contact #’s and the staff is very helpful. I’d check with KY too, jic. The good thing is no lawyer required

 

[atxatxatx]

Not sure about Florida, but generally with using your state government lemon law person you will get the best deal, taxes back etc. a lemon lawyer can help out to guide you through this process, ultimately the manufacturer will have to pay for the lawyer also.
A manufacturer buyback is better for the manufacturer, you will get paid less money and its a bit easier for them to hide problem vehicles. Never tell your dealer your intentions, once they hear lawyer they will disengage right away.

 

[Killinbill]

Not sure about Florida, but generally with using your state government lemon law person you will get the best deal, taxes back etc. a lemon lawyer can help out to guide you through this process, ultimately the manufacturer will have to pay for the lawyer also.
A manufacturer buyback is better for the manufacturer, you will get paid less money and its a bit easier for them to hide problem vehicles. Never tell your dealer your intentions, once they hear lawyer they will disengage right away.

I’m hoping they figure out what’s wrong and I came get my aftermarket stuff off before doing this…8k in aftermarket stuff

 

[Hootbro]

I’m hoping they figure out what’s wrong and I came get my aftermarket stuff off before doing this…8k in aftermarket stuff

You kept all of the OEM stuff you took off to retore it back to as built?

 

[Killinbill]

You kept all of the OEM stuff you took off to retore it back to as built?

Bumper wench wheels and tires..

 

[Flmthwr65]

My friend lemon lawed Chrysler car and after 5 years of fighting got his money then to add insult to injury they sent him A1099 for the money that he received. Slimeballs I say.

 

[Hootbro]

My friend lemon lawed Chrysler car and after 5 years of fighting got his money then to add insult to injury they sent him A1099 for the money that he received. Slimeballs I say.

There had to have been more nuisances to that claim for it to have dragged out 5 years as you state. As to the 1099, unless he actually made a profit, that could easily itemized out on taxes as a loss and no tax due.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I’m hoping they figure out what’s wrong and I came get my aftermarket stuff off before doing this…8k in aftermarket stuff

Remember, a buy-back will only cover the vehicle as it came to you. Nothing else. They don't care if you added 20K worth of parts. Take 'em off first - but you must return the truck to stock status. You can't strip off 3rd party bumpers, for example, and leave it with no bumpers.
Even lemon law gives options - it doesn't force any one solution. They either must fix it, buy it back or replace it. And you typically don't come out ahead. I know some will brag how they made out - but those are exceptions, not rules.
Each state has specifics - and it's sometimes the state where you reside that covers it.
Michigan, for example, says their law applies only to Michigan residents. Some states don't have such a restriction so you could deal with the state where it was bought if that state has no restrictions on their law.

 

[AdamH]

The first new Jeep I ever owned was a 1997 TJ Sport. I had to threaten going down the Lemon Law path for the dealer / Chrysler to buy it back after 1.5 yrs of ownership. How my case was handled was they started with the sale price then deducted 8 cents a mile that I had put on it. Fortunately I had not modified it but a bolt on grill guard which was easily removed.

This was over 25 yrs ago and in NC but wanted to share.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Iowa:

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Lemon Law
The Iowa Lemon Law is designed to allow car owners to pursue complaints independently. We hope this information will help answer your questions about the Lemon Law. For legal advice, and questions about your specific vehicle concerns, you should consider contacting a private attorney.

Does Your Vehicle Qualify?
Before you pursue your complaints under the Iowa Lemon Law, it is important for you to determine whether your vehicle meets the basic eligibility requirements. If your vehicle does not meet all three of the qualifications listed below you cannot take action under the Iowa Lemon Law and should consider seeking legal advice from a private attorney.

To qualify as a “lemon” under the Lemon Law, a vehicle must:

Be under two years old, and
Have less than 24,000 miles on it, and
Weigh less than 15,000 lbs. (Weight is listed on vehicle title and registration. Average weight for new vehicles produced in model year 2015 = 4,305 lbs. -- www.epa.gov).
NOTE: Motorcycles, mopeds, motor tricycles, and RVs do not qualify for the Lemon Law.

Additionally, to qualify as a “lemon” under the Lemon Law, your vehicle must have a problem or defect that renders the vehicle unfit, unreliable, or unsafe for ordinary use or significantly diminishes the value of the vehicle that occurred during the Lemon Law rights period.

To qualify as a “lemon” under the Iowa Lemon Law, one or more of the following must be true:

The vehicle has been in the shop three or more times for the same problem and the problem still exists;
The vehicle has been in the shop one time due to a defect likely to cause serious bodily injury or death and the problem still exists;
The vehicle has been out of service for any number of problems for 20 or more days, and a problem still exists. The days do not need to be consecutive.
Taking Action: Notify the Manufacturer
If your vehicle meets the qualifications above, the manufacturer gets one more chance to fix the problem. You must notify the manufacturer of the problem by certified, registered, or overnight mail.

There's more - but it's not just "I want my money back". You have responsibilities as well.

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