Defective Automobile
Mercedes-Benz Mold or Mildew Smell from HVAC System Settlement
This settlement resolves a class action against Mercedes-Benz alleging that the HVAC systems in certain vehicles have a design defect that allows them to accumulate mold or mildew and spread the smell around the vehicle. Read more
Subaru Forester, Legacy, Outback Unintended Acceleration Investigation
Has your Subaru suddenly accelerated for no reason—even when you were pressing on the brake? Is your vehicle a 2012-2018 Subaru Forester, 2015-2019 Subaru Legacy, or 2015-2019 Subaru Outback? Read more
Ram 1500, Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel Emissions Settlement
Fiat Chrysler and Bosch are settling a multi-district consolidated lawsuit that claims the companies installed auxiliary Emissions Control Devices (AECDs) in 2014-2016 Ram 1500 and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles with 3.0 liter V6 diesel engines. In addition to class actions filed by individuals, the Department of Justice (DOJ) filed suit on behalf of the Environmental Read more
Chrysler Pacifica Defective UConnect System Class Action
Auto manufacturers are presenting complex “infotainment” systems that customers must rely on to perform more and more actions in their vehicles. The complaint for this class action alleges that FCA US, LLC has installed defective UConnect infotainment systems in its 2017-2019 Chrysler Pacifica and 300 vehicles. Read more
Acura MDX, RDX Deceleration, Shift to Neutral, or Stall Class Action
This class action brings suit against American Honda Motor Company, Inc. and Honda Motor Company, Ltd., alleging that certain Acura MDS or RDS vehicles have a defect that can cause hesitation, sudden deceleration, engine stalls, or other problems while the cars are being driven. Read more
Subaru Outbacks, Ascents Repeated Battery Failure Class Action
The complaint for this class action alleges that certain Subaru Outbacks and Ascents have an electrical system defect that causes their batteries to fail unexpectedly. The failure, the complaint says, leaves victims stranded and in need of roadside assistance, jump starts, and repeated battery replacements. Read more
Volkswagen and Audi Engine Water Pump Settlement
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has agreed to a settlement in a class action alleging that the primary engine water pumps in certain Volkswagen and Audi vehicles can fail prematurely. Read more
Honda Oil Dilution Condition Settlement
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is settling a class action alleging that certain Honda vehicles have a defect that allows engine oil to become diluted with fuel. The complaint alleges that the dilution makes the oil less viscous and causes premature wear and ultimate failure of engines, engine bearings, and other engine components, plus increased Read more
Toyota Hybrid Braking System Problem Class Action
This is the third class action filed in the space of three months about the allegedly defective braking systems in Toyota Hybrids. The complaint for this class action claims that Toyota Motor Corporation and its US distributor, Toyota Motor North America, Inc., continue to sell certain of their hybrid vehicles and do not recall them, Read more
Toyota Hybrids Faulty Braking System Class Action
Brakes are a pretty important part of a vehicle. The complaint for this class action alleges that certain Toyota hybrid vehicles have faulty braking systems because of defective booster pump assemblies. These can cause brakes to fail, it says, in certain Prius, Camry, or Avalon hybrids. Read more