In a legal battle that could have significant implications for consumer rights, an individual has filed a lawsuit against a major automotive company over alleged violations of warranty and business practices. The complaint was filed by Aditya Jain in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, on January 16, 2026, targeting FCA US LLC as the defendant.
The case revolves around a 2024 Jeep Wrangler purchased by Jain on December 26, 2024. Jain alleges that the vehicle was plagued with defects and malfunctions that substantially impaired its use, value, and safety. Despite multiple repair attempts at authorized facilities, the issues persisted. According to the complaint, FCA US LLC failed to conform the vehicle to express written warranties within a reasonable number of repair attempts or during the warranty periods. Jain claims this constitutes a breach of express warranties under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
Jain’s legal team argues that FCA US LLC willfully violated the Song-Beverly Act by not addressing known defects in the vehicle and failing to provide adequate compensation or repairs. The plaintiff seeks restitution equivalent to the purchase price of the vehicle and civil penalties amounting to twice their actual damages. Additionally, Jain is pursuing attorney’s fees and other expenses incurred due to these alleged violations.
Beyond warranty breaches, Jain accuses FCA US LLC of engaging in unlawful business practices under California Business & Professions Code § 17200. The complaint details how FCA allegedly placed defective vehicles into commerce knowingly and performed negligent repairs using substandard components. These actions are claimed to be deceptive and misleading to consumers.
Jain seeks various forms of relief from the court: rescission of the sales contract, actual damages totaling $65,321 according to proof at trial, consequential damages, restitution for all payments made towards the vehicle, civil penalties under the Song-Beverly Act, attorney’s fees as per statute and contract terms, prejudgment interest at maximum legal rates allowed by law; along with temporary restraining orders or preliminary injunctions against further acts constituting unfair competition by defendants.
Representing Aditya Jain is Melanie Maxfield from MES Legal Inc., while no specific attorneys are named for FCA US LLC in this document. The case is presided over by Judge M. Bui under Case ID: 26CV484758.
Source: 26CV484758_Aditya_Jain_v_FCA_US_Complaint_County_of_Santa_Clara_California.pdf
