Collision Repair Industry Lawsuits
Collision Repair Industry Lawsuits
Security Fix Doing Little to Slow Down Hyundai, Kia Theft Rates
Published May 9, 2023 The software Hyundai and Kia released nearly three months ago to prevent vehicles built without engine immobilizers being stolen has so far not made a dent in theft rates, the Associated Press reported May 9.
NC Auto Repair Shop Owner Sentenced for Coding 15K Vehicles to Avoid Emissions Inspections
Published May 2, 2023 Jamal Saymeh, 59, of Charlotte, NC, was sentenced May 1 to a year and a day in prison followed by two years of supervised release for fraudulently coding more than 15,000 vehicles that would have otherwise failed the required state emissions inspection, a violation of the Clean Air Act.
Louisiana Woman Sentenced for Staged Auto Collision Scheme
Published April 26, 2023 Lois Russell, 63, of Gibson, LA, was sentenced April 20 after previously pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud, arising out of staged automobile accidents with tractor-trailers occurring in New Orleans, U.
Ford Wins Appeal Against $1.2B Lawsuit Over Truck Fuel Economy Claims
Written by Sebastien Bell, CarScoops Published April 24, 2023 Ford has defeated an appeal in a case that accused it of deceiving the U.
Tesla Wins Autopilot Trial Related to Car Crash
Tesla Wins Autopilot Trial Related to CA Car Crash Written by Steven Loveday, InsideEVs Published April 24, 2023 A jury in California determined Tesla wasn't at fault for a crash that involved Autopilot.
Parents Sue Kia After Teens Killed in Stolen Crashed SUV
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published April 24, 2023 A New York Kia Sportage crash that killed four teens and injured two others was allegedly caused by Kia even though the 2021 Kia Sportage was stolen and traveling 100 mph when it crashed into a wall.
Avis Sued for Reporting LA Woman’s Rental Car as Stolen
Written by Steven Symes, Motorious Published April 20, 2023 Ramona Gutierrez, a single mother and full-time Uber driver in Los Angeles, said Avis erroneously reported the car she'd rented as stolen, leading to her getting pulled over and detained by the Los Angles County Sheriff’s Department, so she’s suing the rental car company.
Man Sentenced for Drug-Trafficking was Laundering Money Through CT Auto Repair Shop
Published April 19, 2023 William "Willy" Valerio-Palermo, 37, a citizen of the Dominican Republic last residing in East Hartford, CT, was sentenced April 13 by U.
Ford Super Duty Roof-Crush Lawsuits Consolidated
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published April 14, 2023 Ford truck roof class action lawsuits are being consolidated in a Michigan federal court under the case name, In re Ford Super Duty Roof-Crush Litigation.
Ex-Tesla Worker Awarded $3.2M in Race Bias Case After Refusing $15M
Written by Dan Mihalascu, InsideEVs Published April 5, 2023 A Black former Tesla contract worker who refused a payout of $15 million last year in damages for severe racial harassment has been awarded $3.
Tesla False Forward Collision Warnings Cause Lawsuit
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published March 20, 2023 A Tesla false forward collision warning lawsuit alleges vehicles activate warnings when there are no forward objects or impending crashes.
Some Ford Dealers Leaving EV Sales Program
Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published March 20, 2023 Ford dealers are beginning to push back and drop out of the Model e EV sales program, launched by the Detroit-based automaker last year in hopes of encouraging dealerships to carry, sell and deliver EVs.
Tesla Accused of Monopolizing Repairs, Parts in Consumer Lawsuit
Written by Simon Alvarez, Teslarati Published March 15, 2023 Tesla is facing a lawsuit from customers who allege the company’s monopoly in maintenance, repair services and replacement parts has led to high prices and long waiting times.
California Man Fraudulently Buys Supercars, Goes to Prison
Written by Steven Symes, Motorious Published March 1, 2023 A man in California has been sentenced to 4.
Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Mercedes-Benz Sunroofs Explode
By David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published Feb. 28, 2023 A Mercedes-Benz exploding sunroof lawsuit alleges panoramic sunroofs suddenly shatter under normal driving conditions and without objects striking the glass.
Louisiana Men Sentenced for Staging Accidents to Defraud Insurance, Trucking Companies
Published Feb. 20, 2023 John Diggs, 62, of Thibodaux, LA, and James Williams, 68, of Gibson, LA, were both sentenced Feb.
Missouri Residents Plead Guilty to $1.2 Million Insurance Fraud Conspiracy
Published Feb. 20, 2023 Two Columbia, MO, residents pleaded guilty in federal court Feb. 14 to their roles in a $1.
‘Unexpected’ Donation Helps OK Family Tied Up in Legal Battle After Losing $1000s to Unfinished Repairs
Written by Kaylee Olivas, KFOR Published Feb. 3, 2023 A Yukon, OK, family told KFOR in December they were out thousands of dollars in parts and labor after the auto repair shop they were working with closed before finishing repairs, but after Jan.
Mechanic in Fight for Auto Body Shop’s Legal Name
Written by Kevin Ozebek and Darcelle Hall, 7 News Miami Published Feb. 1, 2023 A South Florida man spent years building his auto body business, but he said it was all taken from him after he got sick.
PA Woman Rejects Auto Companies' Attempts to Dismiss Claims
By Nicholas Malfitano, Pennsylvania Record Published Feb. 1, 2023 Counsel for a Western Pennsylvania woman who suffered third-degree burns over 70% of her body in a motor vehicle crash more than two years ago has refuted denials of liability from two of the defendants named in the subsequent litigation.
Seattle City Attorney Sues Kia, Hyundai for Lack of Anti-Theft Technology
Written by Bill Kaczaraba, My Northwest Published Jan. 30, 2023 Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison has filed a lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai for the lack of anti-theft technology in some cars.
Carvana, Illinois Reach Settlement Agreement
Published Jan. 25, 2023 A settlement agreement was reached Jan. 24 between Illinois and online used-car retailer Carvana, which admitted to violating state law and agreed to abide by new restrictions aimed at protecting consumers.
Colorado Car Thieves Slapped with 90-Count Indictment
Written by Steven Symes, Motorious Published Jan. 24, 2023 Five people accused of stealing just under $1 million worth of cars and other property in Colorado have been slapped with a 90-count indictment after a grand jury convened in December.
GM Takes Racketeering Case Against Stellantis to Supreme Court
Written by Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press Published Jan. 20, 2023 General Motors wasn’t content with an appeals court decision dismissing its racketeering case against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, now known as Stellantis, so it’s asking the U.
Court Rules Rivian, Lucid May Sell Vehicles Direct to Consumers in Illinois
Written by Seyfarth Shaw, JD Supra Published Jan. 20, 2023 On Dec. 19, an Illinois state trial court issued an order dismissing, with prejudice, a complaint filed by the Illinois Automobile Dealers Association (IADA) and numerous individual franchised dealers against Rivian, Lucid and the Illinois Secretary of State.
Honda Idle-Stop Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Engines Stall
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published Jan. 17, 2023 A Honda idle-stop class action lawsuit alleges the feature is dangerous because the vehicle fails to start once the engine shuts down.
Tesla Phantom Braking Class Action Lawsuit Includes Model 3, Model Y
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published Jan. 17, 2023 A Tesla phantom braking class action lawsuit alleges 2021-2022 Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y vehicles suddenly brake even though there are no objects in the road.
Ford Shifter Cable Bushing Recalls Failed, Alleges Lawsuit
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published Jan. 13, 2023 Several Ford shifter cable bushing recalls have led to a class action lawsuit that alleges nearly 3 million vehicles are at risk of rolling away.
Carvana, Michigan Reach Deal that Leaves Used Car Megastore Without License in State
Written by Jamie L. LaReau, Detroit Free Press Published Jan. 11, 2023 Used-car megastore Carvana said Jan.
Subaru Files Motion to Dismiss Fuel Pump Lawsuit
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published Jan. 10, 2023 A Subaru fuel pump lawsuit should allegedly be completely dismissed because the allegations are allegedly inadequate and nothing more than conclusory.
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