In a significant legal move, a couple has taken action against a major automobile manufacturer, alleging that their vehicle failed to meet expected standards. Victor Moran and Lisa Moran filed a complaint on November 13, 2024, in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, against Ford Motor Company. The Morans are seeking justice for what they claim are numerous defects in their newly purchased vehicle.
The case centers around a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport that the Morans bought from an authorized retailer in California. According to the complaint, the vehicle was primarily intended for personal use and came with both implied and express warranties from Ford Motor Company. These warranties were supposed to ensure the car's performance and utility over specific periods and mileage limits. However, the Morans allege that their vehicle exhibited several defects during the warranty period, including issues with drivability, acceleration, power loss, warning lights, transmission, engine components, and more. They argue these defects have significantly impaired the vehicle's use, value, and safety.
Despite presenting the vehicle multiple times for repair at authorized facilities in California, the Morans claim that Ford Motor Company failed to resolve these issues satisfactorily. The complaint accuses Ford of not adhering to its obligations under California's Song Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Specifically, it alleges violations of Cal. Civ. Code § 1793.2(d)(2), which mandates prompt replacement or restitution for defective vehicles under warranty.
The Morans' legal filing outlines several causes of action against Ford Motor Company: breach of implied warranty of merchantability; failure to promptly repurchase or replace; failure to commence repairs within a reasonable time; violation of Civil Code Section 1793.2(a)(3); and breach of express warranty. Each cause is backed by detailed allegations about how Ford's actions—or lack thereof—have caused harm.
In terms of relief sought from the court, Victor and Lisa Moran are asking for damages covering the full purchase price or diminution in value due to defects if full restitution isn't possible. They also seek civil penalties amounting to twice their actual damages as per Cal. Civ. Code § 1794(c) and (e). Additionally requested are consequential damages related directly back into this situation along with attorney fees under section §1794(d).
Representing them legally is Matthew Pardo from Pardo Law PC based out Los Angeles who has filed this suit on behalf his clients seeking rightful compensation through judicial intervention given circumstances surrounding faulty product delivered by defendant party named hereinabove – namely "Ford Motors". The case ID assigned by court authorities stands recorded as '24CV451702' while presiding judge remains unnamed at present stage proceedings pending further developments therein after initial review undertaken thus far.