On May 6, 2025, a legal complaint was filed in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, that could potentially impact consumers across the state. Bobby Garza and Nicole Rodriguez have initiated a lawsuit against General Motors LLC, alleging significant breaches under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. This case highlights ongoing consumer concerns about vehicle reliability and manufacturer accountability.
The plaintiffs, Bobby Garza and Nicole Rodriguez, residents of San Jose, California, filed their complaint against General Motors LLC on May 6, 2025. The complaint was submitted to the Superior Court of California in Santa Clara County under Case No. 25CV465348. The lawsuit accuses General Motors LLC of failing to uphold both express and implied warranties related to a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 purchased by the plaintiffs on September 2, 2024.
According to the complaint, Garza and Rodriguez purchased a new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 1GCRACED9RZ333064. They claim that despite multiple repair attempts at authorized facilities, defects persisted that significantly impaired the vehicle's use, value, and safety. "Defendants violated the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act by failing to conform the Vehicle to the express written warranties within a reasonable number of repair attempts or within the warranty periods," states the complaint. Furthermore, it alleges that General Motors had actual knowledge of these defects but failed to make necessary repairs or provide compensation.
The plaintiffs argue that they are entitled to various forms of relief due to these alleged violations. They seek restitution for damages approximating $82,264.10—the purchase price of the vehicle—as well as consequential and incidental damages. Additionally, they request civil penalties amounting to twice their actual damages under California Civil Code §1794(c), along with attorney’s fees and expenses incurred during this legal action.
Garza and Rodriguez also accuse General Motors LLC of breaching implied warranties by selling them a vehicle unfit for its intended purpose—a violation under Cal. Civ. Code §1792 and §1793 regarding merchantability standards. As such breaches have resulted in sustained damages equivalent to their initial purchase cost according to proof at trial; they demand restitution along with prejudgment interest at maximum legal rates.
Represented by Neal F. Morrow III from MES Legal Inc., Garza and Rodriguez are pursuing comprehensive remedies including rescission declarations for sales contracts deemed unfair due lack compliance warranty obligations outlined within Song-Beverly Act provisions like Cal Bus & Prof Code §§17200 et seq., which address unfair competition practices among businesses operating statewide markets today."
This case has been assigned Case ID: 25CV465348.