Class action lawsuit follows BMW water pump recall
A BMW owner says her car is now worthless due to the water pump recall. January 9, 2025 — BMW water pump class action lawsuit says recall of replacement water pumps will cost Georgia plaintiffs hours of work. The BMW class action lawsuit claims the water pump never needs to be recalled because it never fails. The BMW water pump recall mentioned includes these BMW vehicles. 2012-2015 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i 2012-2016 BMW Z4 sDrive28i 2012-2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive 2016-2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e 2014-2016 BMW 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228xi) 2015-2016 BMW 2 Series Convertible (228i, 228xi) 2013-2017 BMW X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i 2015-2018 BMW X4 xDrive28i 2012-2016 BMW 3 Series Sedan (328i, 328xi) 2014-2015 BMW 3 Series Sports Tourer (328i, 328xi) 2014-2016 BMW 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive) 2014-2016 BMW 4 Series Convertible (428i, 428i xDrive) 2014-2016 BMW 328xi Gran Turismo 2015-2016 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (428i, 428xi) BMW said about 1% of its vehicles…
BMW shark fin antenna lawsuit proceeds, but not warranty
Water allegedly leaked through defective BMW shark fin antenna sealant. December 27, 2024 —BMW shark fin antenna lawsuit will continue but excludes certain claims, including warranty and unjust enrichment claims. According to the class-action lawsuit, BMW's shark fin antennas had a sealant problem that allowed water to seep into the vehicles. Water can damage several parts of these BMW vehicles: 2017-2023 BMW M440i 2017-2023 BMW M550i 2017-2023 BMW X1 2017-2023 BMW X3 2017-2023 BMW X4 2017-2023 BMW X5 2017-2023 BMW X6 2017-2023 BMW X7 2017-2023 BMW 330 2017-2023 BMW 340i 2017-2023 BMW 750i BMW shark fin antenna class action lawsuit includes: “Any person or entity that: (1) is a current or former owner and/or lessee of a Class Vehicle; and (2) resides in California and purchased a Class Vehicle primarily for personal, family, or household purposes (such as California Civil Code § 1791(a). California plaintiff Tim Craft purchased a certified pre-owned 2019 X5 xDrive 40i in April 2023. In March…
Australia’s 10 cheapest new V8-powered cars
There was a time when the roar of eight-cylinder engines could be heard across Australia. In particular, a pair of quintessential Australian V8s dominate our roads: the Ford Falcon and the Holden Commodore. But those days are gone, and both of the above models no longer exist. Instead, the Australian car market is now dominated by SUVs and pickup trucks, which feature low-displacement turbocharged powertrains with six cylinders or less. While this won't bother many people (and it certainly hasn't stopped us from flocking to buy new cars), some enthusiast buyers still crave V8 power. Hundreds of new car deals are now available through CarExpert. Get the experts on your side and get big rewards. Browse now. Ford MustangChevrolet Silverado 1500BMW X6Chevrolet Corvette The bad news is that by 2024, affordable V8 vehicles will be hard to come by. On the other hand, the country's cheapest eight-cylinder car is a sports car icon. Without further ado, here are the 10…
BMW owner misses $1.9 million in winnings
BMW has denied a new trial in which a jury placed all blame on BMW after the driver lost his thumb inside the door. November 11, 2024 — BMW has been denied a new trial in a case in which a jury awarded $1.9 million to a car owner whose thumb was amputated when he placed it in the path of a car door. The lawsuit was filed over alleged dangers of BMW's soft-closing doors. “In tight parking spaces or when a door needs to be closed gently, the automatic soft-close function helps: just push the door until it is almost closed. When the door is approximately 6 mm from the lock, the sensor activates the electric motor to close the door firmly and quietly and secured, the door lock components will automatically return to their original positions.” — BMW Plaintiff Godwin Boateng said that in July 2016, when he got out of his 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport, he…
BMW diesel class action settlement approved
2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d and 2009-2011 BMW 335d vehicles are included in the emissions settlement. October 27, 2024 — The BMW diesel class action settlement has received final approval for customers of 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d or 2009-2011 BMW 335d vehicles. The BMW class action lawsuit alleges that diesel vehicles were equipped with emissions suppression devices made by Bosch. The lawsuit is one of many filed against multiple automakers after Volkswagen was found to have cheated on emissions tests. The BMW lawsuit alleges that the vehicles passed official emissions tests, but in real-world driving, the illegal defeat devices caused the vehicles to emit illegal levels of pollutants. BMW fought the class-action lawsuit for five years before it was dismissed outright. In the 459-page lawsuit, the suing BMW owners told the court that BMW should order a recall or establish a "free replacement program" to replace all allegedly defective vehicles. The plaintiffs also told the judge they should have the option…
BMW issues second integrated brake recall
Several BMW models have been recalled after the integrated brake recall was announced a few months ago. October 25, 2024 — BMW braking and control issues have led to a recall of 11,500 vehicles that may lose power brakes. In addition, the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and dynamic stability control (DSC) systems may also malfunction. BMW issued a comprehensive brake recall in February, and any of the following vehicles will need to be returned to the dealer for repairs. 2023-2024 BMW X1 2023-2024 BMW X5 2023-2024 BMW X6 2023-2024 BMW X7 2023-2024 BMW XM 2023-2024 BMW 530i 2023-2024 BMW i5 2023-2024 BMW 740i 2023-2024 BMW 760i 2023-2024 BMW i7 2023-2024 BMW 750e The problem is that the integrated braking system can malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist. "The fully mechanical brakes are not affected and can still be used to slow and stop the vehicle. The emergency function of brake force distribution is also not affected…
BMW water pump recall sparks lawsuit
The BMW class action lawsuit claims that the water pump recall cannot repair 720,000 vehicles. October 11, 2024 — BMW water pump recall sparks class-action lawsuit filed about six weeks after BMW recalled more than 720,000 vehicles due to water pump problems. According to BMW water pump recall documents: "Blow-by fluid in the PCV system may collect on the intake hose. If this occurs, this fluid may drip onto the plug connector. Over time, this may cause fluid into the plug and may cause a short circuit." — BMW The BMW water pump lawsuit covers the following recalled vehicles: 2014-2016 BMW 228i 2014-2016 BMW 228xi 2012-2016 BMW 328i 2012-2016 BMW 328xi 2014-2016 BMW 428i 2015-2016 BMW 428xi 2012-2016 BMW 528i 2012-2015 BMW X1 2013-2017 BMW X3 2015-2018 BMW X4 2016-2018 BMW X5 2012-2016 BMW Z4 BMW told the government that about 1% of recalled vehicles may be defective and that it did not tell customers not to drive their vehicles.…
Review: 2024 BMW X6 xDrive 40i
past I have personally owned a BMW X3 for about 10 years and currently own a 2018 X5 M Sport. Additionally, I've driven the brilliant X5M, X1 and the ridiculously fast MX on the street and track. However, until now I haven't had time to drive the more crossover-focused X-Class BMW vehicles. About 4 weeks ago, BMW loaned me an X6 to drive for a week to get a feel for what the other X-Class vehicles were like. During the week, I took it with me to run errands and also drove to Maine to visit the Maine Classic Car Museum, where I served as their collection consultant. BMW calls the X6 a midsize coupe SUV. Although the name seems strange at first glance, it is an SUV and actually has 4 doors, but it does look more like a coupe in terms of driving dynamics and appearance. The car I borrowed was an Aventurin Red Metallic 2024 model with…
BMW recalls cars due to overheating starter motor
BMW is recalling 105,000 vehicles after owners complained that their vehicles would not start. August 8, 2024 — BMW starter motor problem causes dealers to recall more than 105,000 vehicles to update software. If the starter motor fails and overheats when the driver repeatedly tries to start the vehicle, it could cause a fire. BMW starter motor recall affects the following vehicles: 2019-2020 BMW X5 (X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i) 2020-2020 BMW X6 (X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i) 2019-2020 BMW X7 xDrive40i 2020-2021 BMW 7 Series Sedan (740i, 740xi) 2020-2020 BMW 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840xi) 2020-2020 BMW 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840xi) 2020-2020 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840xi) 2020-2020 BMW 3 Series Sedan (M340i, M340xi) "If the engine sound insulation is contaminated with oil, etc., then in extreme cases the proximity of the starter to the sound insulation could result in a thermal event." - BMW In March 2023, BMW received reports of vehicle engines failing to start, and…
BMW owner fined $1.9 million for car accident
New York plaintiff Godwin Boateng claims the loss of his thumb tip will cost him $3 million. July 3, 2024 — A New York BMW owner was awarded $1.9 million for losing the tip of his thumb when it was pinched while closing the soft-close door of his 2013 BMW X5. Plaintiff Godwin Boateng filed the lawsuit after he exited his 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport in July 2016, placed his right hand on the driver's side door pillar, and faced away from the vehicle with the door open about a foot. The car is equipped with BMW's soft-close door function. "In tight parking spaces or when you need to close the door gently, the automatic soft-close function can help: Simply push the door almost to the closed position. When the door is approximately 6 millimeters from the lock, the sensor activates the electric motor, which pulls the door up firmly and quietly and locks it. The door lock components…
BMW owner fined $1.9 million for car accident
New York plaintiff Godwin Boateng claims the loss of his thumb tip will cost him $3 million. July 3, 2024 — A New York BMW owner was awarded $1.9 million for losing the tip of his thumb when it was pinched while closing the soft-close door of his 2013 BMW X5. Plaintiff Godwin Boateng filed the lawsuit after he exited his 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport in July 2016, placed his right hand on the driver's side door pillar, and faced away from the vehicle with the door open about a foot. The car is equipped with BMW's soft-close door function. "In tight parking spaces or when you need to close the door gently, the automatic soft-close function can help: Simply push the door almost to the closed position. When the door is approximately 6 millimeters from the lock, the sensor activates the electric motor, which pulls the door up firmly and quietly and locks it. The door lock components…
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