Siskinds LLP has commenced a proposed class action against General Motors LLC and General Motors of Canada Company (“GM”). The action alleges that certain GM diesel vehicles are equipped with a defective Bosch CP4 fuel injection pump. The alleged defects make the CP4 pump prone to sudden and catastrophic failure without warning.
The affected vehicles include:
- 2011-2016 2500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2011-2016 3500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2011-2016 2500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2011-2016 3500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2010-2011 Chevrolet Express van with Duramax LGH engines;
- 2010-2011 GMC Savana van with Duramax LGH engines;
- 2010-2011 GMC Sierra trucks with RPO ZW9 (chassis cabs or trucks with pickup box delete) with Duramax LGH engines;
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 2500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines;
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 3500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines;
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 2500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines; and
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 3500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines.
The action seeks to represent all persons in Canada who purchased or leased one of the vehicles listed above.
Developments
The proposed class action is in the early stages of litigation.
The next step in the litigation will be the certification hearing. At the certification motion, the court will determine whether the litigation is properly prosecuted as a class action.
FAQs
What is a Class Action?
A class action is a lawsuit that is brought by one or more persons on behalf of a larger group of people whose claims share common legal and/or factual issues. Class actions provide a cost-effective way for groups of people with common interests to pursue a legal claim.
What does “certification” mean?
Certification is the motion where the court determines whether the action can properly be pursued as a class action. The court will consider factors such as whether the claims of the class members raise common legal and/or factual issues and whether a class action is the preferable method of pursuing the claims (as opposed to other methods, such as individual actions).
Do I have to pay anything to participate in the class action?
Class action lawyers are usually paid on a contingency basis. This means that class counsel are only paid if successful. Class counsel are paid a percentage of any settlement or court award. Class counsel fees are subject to court approval.
Who is affected by the Bosch CP4 Pump class action?
You are a member of the proposed class if you are a person in Canada who own, owned, lease or leased one of the following diesel-fueled vehicles:
- 2011-2016 2500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2011-2016 3500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2011-2016 2500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2011-2016 3500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LML engines;
- 2010-2011 Chevrolet Express van with Duramax LGH engines;
- 2010-2011 GMC Savana van with Duramax LGH engines;
- 2010-2011 GMC Sierra trucks with RPO ZW9 (chassis cabs or trucks with pickup box delete) with Duramax LGH engines;
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 2500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines;
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 3500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines;
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 2500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines; and
- 2011–2012 Chevrolet 3500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel Trucks with LGH engines.
Can I join the class action?
There are no steps required to “join” the class action. If you fall within the scope of the class definition, you are automatically included in the class action unless you choose to opt-out (exclude yourself).
What should I do to protect my rights?
To protect your rights, you should:
- Keep any documents evidencing your purchase and/or lease of the vehicles that are covered by the class action.
- Keep copies of any invoices, receipts or service records for any repairs performed on your Bosch CP4 Pump.
- Register to receive updates on this case by filling out the form below.
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