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2018 Beta 500RR-S Engine Stalling - Corona, CA
The owner alleged recurring engine bogging and stalling on a new 2018 Beta 500RR-S, including idle instability and stalls during riding conditions described in service notes. The pattern led to multiple service visits and a California Lemon Law repurchase outcome. California protections apply statewide, including for consumers in Corona.
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Repair History (from service records)
The visits below summarize what the records show (dates, mileage, complaint, diagnosis/repair, result).
| Date | Mileage | Dealership/Shop | Complaint | Diagnosis | Repair Performed | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-09-04 | — | Mountain Motorsports (Ontario, CA) | Engine bogs down and dies; won’t hold idle; described as occurring during bumps/off-road conditions | Not duplicated | Inspection / check and advise | Tech noted unable to duplicate; owner asked to capture video if it continued |
| 2019-03-25 | 213 | Mountain Motorsports (Ontario, CA) | Stalling in first gear; idle “all over the place” | Loose battery connections noted | Service bulletin SB-2016-6; addressed battery connections | Repair performed under warranty |
| 2019-04-08 | 246 | Mountain Motorsports (Ontario, CA) | Stalling after ~30 minutes; sometimes during downshifting/neutral | Issue duplicated on this visit | Stepper motor test; charging/battery checks; ECU flash; cleaned ground connection to frame | Shop reported no stall after steps; owner advised to test and report if it returned |
Pattern Summary
- Recurrent stalling/bogging concerns described as drivability-impacting and intermittent.
- Early visit documented an inability to duplicate the issue, followed by repeat visits for the same core symptom set.
- Warranty service steps included a service bulletin, electrical/battery connection findings, and later ECU/ground-related work.
- The overall pattern supported a warranty dispute that proceeded as a California Lemon Law repurchase matter.
Recalls & Common Complaints
Recall campaigns are often VIN-specific. If you’re seeing similar symptoms, a quick VIN recall check can confirm whether your Beta 500RR-S is included.
No verified model-year-specific recall/complaint patterns were included.
Settlement Outcome
Without admitting liability or wrongdoing, the defendants completed a California Lemon Law repurchase (buyback) and paid the owner $22,000.00 as a monetary settlement under California law.
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California Lemon Law & Auto Fraud Rights
California’s Lemon Law protections can apply when a new vehicle (including many new motorcycles sold or leased in California) has a substantial warranty-related problem that persists after reasonable repair attempts, or when the vehicle spends excessive time out of service.
. Typical remedies may include repurchase/buyback or other relief depending on the facts and documentation.
- Repeat repair pattern: Multiple documented visits for the same drivability concern can support a Lemon Law claim.
- Intermittent issues still count: “Hard to duplicate” problems can still qualify when the pattern is documented over time.
- Documentation: Repair orders and timelines are key evidence of the pattern.
- Remedies can include repurchase: A buyback is one common resolution pathway when the defect remains unresolved under warranty.
Learn more: California Lemon Law help
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California Lemon Law – Common Questions
How many repair attempts are “enough” in California?
There’s no single number that fits every case. Repeated attempts for the same substantial defect—or significant time out of service—can be enough, especially when the problem affects use, value, or safety.
What if the dealership says they “can’t duplicate” the problem?
Intermittent issues are common. What matters is the paper trail: consistent complaints, repeated visits, and what the shop documented (including “no problem found,” service bulletins, or electrical/ECU work).
Can a Lemon Law case also involve dealer or sales issues?
Sometimes. If the deal paperwork, disclosures, or financing terms don’t match what you were told, those facts can raise separate California consumer-protection issues. A document review is the quickest way to sort the theories.
Does my city (Corona) matter?
No. California protections are statewide; Corona is simply relevant for local context and where the owner is located.
Next Steps
If your motorcycle keeps stalling, bogging down, or cycling through warranty “fixes” that don’t stick, you may have options under California Lemon Law. We can review your repair history and settlement-related facts and tell you—plainly—whether it looks like a case worth pursuing in California.