GM Switches Death Toll
Faulty ignition switches in GM lemons have caused at least 19 deaths and the numbers grow higher! Over 125 death claims have been received so far.
9th Circ. Judge Ditches Robes To Fight $38M Nissan Leaf Deal
A Ninth Circuit judge angry over the allegedly weak battery in his Nissan Leaf electric vehicle has ditched his robes to fight a class action settlement with a hotly disputed $38 million price tag, spurring a federal judge on Tuesday to create an unusual mediation structure for addressing his objections.
GM To Ask Bankruptcy Judge To Bar Defect Claims
General Motors said Tuesday it will ask a bankruptcy judge to bar plaintiffs in litigation related to the automaker’s ignition switch defect debacle from bringing their claims, saying the 2009 sale order that allowed it to exit bankruptcy protects it from such actions. Will this cover only personal injury claims, or also Lemon Law and…
GM Supplier Targeted in Ignition Switch Lemon Case
General Motors Co.’s ignition switch supplier Delphi Automotive PLC became the target of an inquiry Tuesday by senators questioning its role in producing the allegedly defective switches, which have led to at least 13 fatal crashes, and in the decade-long delay in addressing it.
GM Safety Concerns Face Congressional Inquiry and Amazement, but Lemon Lawyers are Not Surprised
Millions of vehicles are being recalled, after GM has admitted putting profit over the safety of their known defective ignition switches. Covered vehicles include Chevy Malibu, Malibu Maxx, Cobalts, and Saturn Auras. Also included are some HHRs and Pontiac G6 sedans. If you have any Lemon Law or Injuries or Loss of Property due to…
BMW Keyless System Problem
The Consumer’s Friend received a report of the new BMW keyless system having a dangerous problem: it is unable to sense you are out of the area and far from your vehicle. This can lead to the BMW’s engine being left running for hours unattended. The consumer reported that he got out of his new…
Toyota Prius Windshield Refraction
We have been receiving complaints about windshield light “refraction” issues for some models of Toyota Prius. These may result in good Lemon Law claims in California, where Toyota will have to buy-back your Toyota Prius. Contact us for a free Lemon Law assessment
Do I Need to Replace My Airbags?
Though many owner’s manuals suggest an airbag be replaced after a certain number of years, few consumers actually do this. And the reason is understandable–replacing an airbag can cost $1,000 or more. In its November 2013 issue, Consumer Reports stated “there doesn’t seem to be much need to [replace old air bags]. The Insurance for…
Safer Car App — Essential for Car Buyers and Owners
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is the nation’s authority on vehicle-related safety. NHTSA ‘s new SaferCar app provides important information to help consumers make informed safety decisions involving your vehicle. Features include: · 5-Star Safety Ratings: Buy safe by looking up a vehicle’s crash test ratings and comparing ratings for different vehicles. · Recalls…
Free Safety Recall Info Now Mandated to be Online Next Year
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today announced its plans to require automakers and motorcycle manufacturers to provide consumers with a free online tool that will enable them to search recall information by Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) starting next year. Many manufacturers already do this, but some don’t — like…