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Volkswagen has agreed to resolve a VW engine water pump defect class action lawsuit against them with a settlement providing warranties and refunds of up to $4,000.
The settlement benefits current or former owners or lessees of Volkswagen or Audi vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EA888 engine. Various models and model years from the brands are included, with more information available in the “Who’s Eligible” section below.
Plaintiffs in the VW engine water pump defect class action lawsuit claimed that Audi and Volkswagen vehicles were equipped with a defective engine containing a defect water pump. The defect caused financial injury to consumers, according to the plaintiffs.
A vehicle’s water pump helps circulate coolant throughout the engine in order to prevent overheating. The water pump component found in the affected VW engines was reportedly defective, causing engine problems such as coolant loss, overheating, and even catastrophic engine failure.
“Water pump failure and the resulting engine overheating pose a serious safety issue while the vehicle is being operated since there is loss of engine power without warning and the loss of power-assisted steering and reduced braking caused by lack of engine vacuum,” the VW engine water pump defect class action lawsuit argued.
The plaintiffs claimed that they were often forced to pay between $900 and $1,200 to cover the costs of water pump engine repairs or replacements because VW refused to cover the damages under warranty.
Volkswagen has not admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to settle the claims against them.
The settlement offers both extended warranties and reimbursement for past repairs or replacements of damaged engines or engine water pumps. Reimbursement claims for failed water pumps is capped at $950 while reimbursement for failed engines is capped at $4,000.
The amount that a Class Member can recover for reimbursement will depend on a variety of factors including the mileage and age of the vehicles as well as what type of damage occurred. These factors will influence the percentage of reimbursement that is available.
In order to benefit from the settlement, Class Members must file a valid claim with the settlement by April 30, 2020. Claims must include supporting documentation such as repair record(s), receipts, proof of payment, and proof of adherence to the vehicle’s maintenance schedule.
The deadline for exclusion and objection was Feb. 14, 2020. The final approval hearing for the VW engine water pump defect class action settlement is May 14, 2020.
Who’s Eligible
Current or former owners or lessees of Volkswagen or Audi vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EA888 engine. This includes the following models and model years:
Consumers can check their eligibility with the VIN lookup found on the VW engine water pump defect class action settlement website.
Potential Award
An extended warranty and repair or replacement reimbursement up to $4,000.
The new extended warranty will cover the repair and replacement of failed engine water pumps for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Under the warranty, the reimbursement percentage depends on the number of miles a vehicle has driven and the time that has passed since the in-service date.
The amount that a Class Member can recover for reimbursement will depend on a variety of factors including the mileage and age of the vehicles as well as what type of damage occurred. Reimbursement claims for failed water pumps is capped at $950 while reimbursement for failed engines is capped at $4,000.
Reimbursement for both settlement claims and future warranty claims will follow these rules:
Proof of Purchase
Repair record(s), receipts, proof of payment, and proof of adherence to the vehicle’s maintenance schedule.
Claim Form
NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.
Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.
Claim Form Deadline
4/30/2020
Case Name
Coffeng, et al. v. Volkswagen Group of America Inc., Case No. 3:17-cv-01825-JD, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
Final Hearing
5/14/2020
UPDATE: The VW Engine Water Pump Defect Class Action Settlement was granted final approval on June 10, 2020. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.
Settlement Website
Claims Administrator
Engine Water Pump Settlement Administrator
c/o Epiq
P.O. Box 2530
Portland, OR 97208-2530
info@EngineWaterPumpSettlement.com
1-877-363-7829
Class Counsel
Gary S. Graifman
KANTROWITZ GOLDHAMER & GRAIFMAN PC
Thomas P. Sobran
THOMAS P. SOBRAN PC
Patrice Bishop
STULL STULL & BRODY
Defense Counsel
Michael B. Gallub
HERZFELD & RUBIN PC
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62 thoughts onVW Engine Water Pump Defect Class Action Settlement
I spent 1359 to get my radiator and coolant fixed. I contacted VW Customer Service and was told that I qualified but had to tow my vehicle to a Volkswagon dealership. Upon being stranded the night before, I explained to them that it was towed to an authorized VW mechanic shop . They wanted me to take the vehicle from that shop and have it towed to another at my cost. I feel that with it being a settlement when I got my 70,000 mile maintenance that they should have replaced it regardless since it was a known fact. I love my 2012 VW CC but I don’t think that I would buy another VW due to the disappointment from customer care.
As with everyone else, I received the same BS letter and provided an abundance of information in regards to servicing the vehicle, proof of ownership, etc. They still state my application is incomplete despite me providing pages and pages of detailed information. That has to be some kind of action we can take as a group since this is fraud. Any recommendations?
I have been dealing with these degenerates for 1 year now. I have sent every document and more that they have requested. Every time I receive an email its stating I failed to provide some bulls–t. I received an email informing me that my claim was sufficient and it was approved. Well I still have not got a check so once again I emailed them. These njo good MF-CKERS emailed me back stating the claim was insufficient again. Is there something we can do against EPIQ the settlement admin.
Has anyone been paid in the last month? What is going on with this class action?
I have been getting the same run around for the past year. The last email stated my case was under Attorney Review. I have had to send my documents in twice because they seem to have misplaced the first set. It sounds like they are doing everyone the same way. My guess is they hope you get frustrated and give up. This is the last thing I’m going to do. The courts have determined Volkswagen is responsible for a faulty product and has to compensate the consumers. We are not trying to get something for nothing. I legitimately paid to have my water pump replaced. I just want what the courts say volkswagen owes me. Nothing more or nothing less. I blame this on Volkswagen and not the Attorneys. The Attorneys are doing what volkswagen is requesting of them. We all need to get on social media and yell at the top of our lungs what Volkswagen is trying to pull over on its customers.
Has anyone gotten a check this year? Please let us know?
I RECEIVED SIMILAR TYPE LETTER STATING I WAS INELIGIBLE BECAUSE I DID NOT PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION ABOUT VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
I filled out ALL the proper information had all the proper documation and receipts . They would say they didn’t receive this or that. Then in the end I received NOTHING NO MONEY. BUT the lawyers that used my name and information on the lawsuit made MILLIONS $$$ AND what is CRAZY they were in charge of distributing the money. THEY DIDN’T AND KEPT OT .
Received the letter in the mail yesterday stating that my claim doesnt include the supporting documentation. I filled in April so I assume they are pretty much through it.
I am going to reply and disagree with the conditions.
I received my settlement check yesterday (Dec. 14). I was shocked because last I heard they had been given until February 2021 to pay.
i just received a letter from the settlement why we didn’t get information and proof of ownership. where is the declaration form that I need to provide stating i requested information.
thankyou
Did anyone else miss the April 2020 deadline!?
I asked the law firm when eligible claimants can expect reimbursement.
“The Court held a Final Approval Hearing on May 14, 2020 and determined that the Settlement is fair, reasonable, and adequate. Final Approval of the Settlement was granted June 10, 2020. All valid claims will be processed and payment sent no later than February 10, 2021.”
In case anyone was curious.
Thank you much for sharing this information. I am almost at the point where i dont expect to received anything. Having said that I might go back to the dealer and request my claim value in a discount on my next non-VW purchase.
I recently received the same letter. What there are asking for is the proof that your vehicle was serviced on or before its recommended maintenance schedule. So basically my VW CC’s recommended coolant check requirements must be done on or before the vehicle hits 40,000. I guess they want some type of proof that your vehicle received its maintainance according to the maintainance schedule. Basically they can say well since your vehicle was not maintained as scheduled then its your fault for not keeping up with the maintainance. BULL-HIT! I have sent them the invoices and receipts for the repairs I had rfeceived before its regular scheduled maintainance. They are just looking for excuses not to pay claims.