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No Missouri GM Oil Consumption Class Action Lawsuit
Judge decertifies General Motors 5.3-liter Vortec excessive oil consumption class action lawsuit.
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Ford Backup Camera Recalls Failed, Alleges New Jersey Lawsuit
New Jersey class action lawsuit alleges 360-degree camera system recall failed, 3 of them.
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BMW Coolant Leak Class Action Lawsuit Dismissed
Plaintiffs claim BMW coolant lines crack from heat and the engines fail when coolant leaks.
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Mazda Valve Stem Seal Settlement Reached
Mazda class action lawsuit says low engine warning lights force owners to add oil between changes.
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BMW Shark Fin Antenna Problems Cause Class Action Lawsuit
California BMW owners allegedly face expensive repairs if water enters the shark fin antennas.
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Ford Ordered to Pay Nearly $57 Million Over Broken Leg
Colorado woman Lorelle Thompson says her leg was seriously injured by a 'park-to-reverse' defect.
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Subaru Fuel Pump Lawsuit Settlement Reached
Subaru fuel pump recalls allegedly weren't good enough, sending owners to court.
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Jeep Wrangler 4xe Battery Fires Cause Class Action Lawsuit
California lawsuit alleges Jeep Wrangler hybrid battery systems have serious defects.
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Chrysler Headrest Lawsuit Alleges Active Headrest Deployed, Injured Occupant
Chrysler headrest deployed and injured 2014 Chrysler 200 occupant, class action filed.
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Stolen Kia Optima Lawsuit Allegedly Fails in Case of Matthew Moshi Death
Kia's motion to dismiss the lawsuit argues death of Honda driver was caused by Kia Optima thief.
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Porsche Transfer Case Warranty a 'Sham,' Alleges Lawsuit
Porsche Cayenne and Porsche Macan transfer cases fail, but warranty extension isn't enough.
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Toyota RAV4 Coolant Bypass Valve Recall Needed, Alleges Lawsuit
Toyota RAV4 and Corolla coolant bypass valves allegedly crack, leak coolant and ruin engines.
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Chevy Bolt Battery Lawsuit Settlement Reached
Class action lawsuit alleges Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle batteries catch fire from defects.
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Tesla Settles Casey Speckman Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Lawsuit alleges Tesla Model S suffered unintended acceleration, battery and door handle defects.
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Toyota Tacoma Paint and Clear Coat Problems Cause Lawsuit
Class action lawsuit alleges Toyota Tacoma trucks are covered with defective paint and clear coat.
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Automatic Emergency Braking Standard by September 2029
Government says the technology has matured enough to now require it on all light vehicles.
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Hyundai Stolen Vehicle Lawsuit: The Gabrielle Lawton Shooting
Hyundai Elantra owner Gabrielle Lawton says criminals shot her in the chest because of Hyundai.
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GM Duramax Diesel Lawsuit Awaiting Appeals Court Decision
2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 and GMC Sierra 2500/3500 diesel trucks affected.
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Tesla Self-Driving Lawsuit Makes Headway in Court
Plaintiff and retired lawyer Thomas LoSavio says he has waited 6 years for a self-driving Tesla car.
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NHTSA: Steering Wheel Bling Danger is Real
The danger: One driver lost sight in one eye, another driver suffered severe neck and face injuries.