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Car problems are a frustrating reality for the majority of drivers. Given all the moving parts, the increased dependence on electronics and the complexity of the engine something is bound to go wrong at some point.

Outside of CarComplaints.com there are multiple resources for researching car problems, getting advice or seeking legal council. We've collected a few of our favorites below.

Manufacturer Contact Info

If you have questions about the status of a recall, have a serious defect to report, or just want to reiterate what you've already complained about online you can contact the manufacturers directly. Here is their contact information, listed alphabetically for your convenience:

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Lemon Law

Lemon law rights are defined by each state as well as the written warranty of each vehicle. These rights are generally greater than what the manufacturer or dealer will admit to. To find out what your rights are, see below:

  • Lemon Law America is one of the few definitive online Lemon Law resources that covers most states in the US. Clicking on a state will refer you to a law firm that specializes in lemon law complaints & lawsuits.

  • Lemon Law.com is the website of Kimmel & Silverman, lemon law attorneys serving PENNSYLVANIA, NEW JERSEY & DELAWARE.

    Kimmel & Silverman is one of the country's oldest, largest and most-respected lemon law firms. Providing 100% cost-free assistance, they have succeeded in obtaining more new vehicles and refunds for clients than any other consumer law firm in the Northeast.

  • MyLemon.com is the website of David J. Gorberg, Esq. & has lots of good information for residents of PENNSYLVANIA, NEW JERSEY and DELAWARE.

    Also has a list of the top 20 lemon cars, compiled from NHTSA data.

  • Kahn & Associates is a large lemon law firm that specializes in lemon law cases in the following states: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Virginia.

  • Lemon Law California offers free consultations & has a good links section. California residents only.

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Consumer Advocacy

Consumer Advocacy groups exist to help protect and speak up for the consumer. They are a great resource if you feel like you've been taken advantage of by your manufacturer or feel like there's a serious defect with your vehicle.

  • Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety is an alliance of consumer, health and safety groups and insurance companies and agents working together to make America's roads safer.

    Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety
    750 First St, NE, Suite 901
    Washington, DC 20002
    (202) 408-1711

  • At the Better Business Bureau you can file a BBB complaint against a manufacturer, file a BBB lemon law complaint and find your nearest local BBB office.

    The Council of Better Business Bureaus
    4200 Wilson Blvd., Suite 800
    Arlington, VA 22203-1838
    (800) 955-5100

  • CAS provides information on common problems and advice on how to resolve them for most models on the road.

    Center For Auto Safety
    1825 Connecticut Ave., NW Suite 330
    Washington, DC 20009
    (202) 328-7700

  • CARS is a credible, respected voice for the public interest, working to expose illegal practices, improve auto safety technology, and ensure that unsafe, seriously defective vehicles are recalled and fixed before people are hurt.

    Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety
    926 J Street, Suite 522
    Sacramento, CA 95814

  • U.S. Department of Transportation
    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
    Office of Defects Investigation

    NSA-10.01, 400 7th Street SW
    Washington, DC 20590
    (888) 327-4236

  • Find comprehensive crash test results & other good consumer information on vehicle safety.

    Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
    Highway Loss Data Institute

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Problem Resources

Ask a question about how to fix a common problem, look for a mechanic or research more complaints about your car -- Check out these other car problem resources:

  • With JustAnswer, you can ask professional mechanics about your car questions. You pay only a very small fee if you think the mechanic answered your question to your satisfaction.

  • AutoMD is the comprehensive online automotive repair resource designed to empower car owners with the best way to repair their vehicles.

  • ConsumerAffairs.com tracks complaints of all types, including vehicle & dealership complaints.

  • Complain-Complain.com also tracks complaints of all types, including automotive complaints.

  • OBD-Codes.com is a great resource for help on OBD-II trouble codes. Site also has an active forum section for assistance with tricky issues or questions about OBD codes.

  • The Open Directory Project has a comprehensive of vehicle complaint sites, both general vehicle complaint sites like AutoBeef, as well as complaint websites about specific vehicles & dealerships.

    It is the most comprehensive list that we know of & can be very useful!

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Dealer Complaints

If your problem is less about the car you bought and more about who you brought it from, checkout these resources for dealership complaints:

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Vehicle Info

Browse expert and community reviews of almost every year, make and model.

  • Carsurvey has lots of owner-written reviews of most vehicles, both positive & negative, organized by vehicle make.

  • Epinions is definitely a corporate-run site, but does have some useful reviews (positive & negative) if you can get past all the ads.

  • Edmunds is one of the best general vehicle information sites. Lots of ads, but they do have decent information on both new & used vehicles.

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