CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC v. Musacchia

Chrysler Group, LLC (“Chrysler”) 1 appeals the final judgment granting the Musacchias’ claim for attorney’s fees under section 681.112(1), Florida Statutes (2006). We reverse based upon our recent decision in General Motors v. Bowie, 58 So.3d 934 (Fla. 4th DCA 2011).

By way of background, the Musacchias leased a new Jeep Commander in 2006. After experiencing numerous problems with the vehicle, they filed a request for arbitration with the Lemon Law New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board, contending the vehicle was a “lemon” and requesting a refund. See § 681.104(2)(a), Fla. Stat. (2006). The…