Stellantis—parent company of Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler, and Fiat—produces some of the most recognizable vehicles on the road. But when these vehicles develop repeated defects that can’t be fixed, Texas consumers have powerful legal protections under the Texas Lemon Law.
If your Stellantis vehicle has been in the shop over and over again, you may not have to keep dealing with it.
What Is the Texas Lemon Law?
The Texas Lemon Law is designed to protect consumers who purchase or lease new vehicles with serious defects that the manufacturer cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts.
If your Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler, or Fiat has ongoing issues, the law may require Stellantis to:
- Buy back your vehicle
- Replace it with a comparable one
- Provide financial compensation
What Counts as a Lemon?
Not every issue qualifies. To meet the legal definition, your vehicle must:
1. Have a Substantial Defect
The problem must significantly affect:
- Use
- Value
- Safety
Common Stellantis complaints include:
- Transmission slipping in Ram trucks
- Electrical failures in Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Engine stalling in Dodge vehicles
- Uconnect infotainment malfunctions
2. Occur Within the “24/24 Rule”
The issue must arise:
- Within 24 months OR
- Within 24,000 miles
3. Require Multiple Failed Repairs
Typically:
- 4 repair attempts for the same issue
- 2 attempts for serious safety defects
- OR 30+ days out of service
Why Stellantis Cases Are Common
Many Stellantis vehicles involve:
- Recurring electrical issues
- Software-related defects
- Transmission complaints
Dealers may claim:
- “We can’t replicate the issue”
- “The system is operating normally”
But repeated complaints still count under the law.
What Can You Recover?
If your Stellantis vehicle qualifies, you may receive:
- A full refund (buyback)
- A replacement vehicle
- A cash settlement
Final Thoughts
If your Jeep, Ram, or Dodge keeps breaking down, you don’t have to live with it. The Texas Lemon Law gives you a path forward.
