Top Class Actions  |  January 8, 2020

Category: Closed Class Actions

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navistar maxxforce engines in semi trucks

A $135 million settlement has been reached to resolve claims that Navistar knowingly sold defective truck engines which were prone to breaking down.

The settlement benefits truck drivers who purchased or leased a 2011 to 2014 model year vehicle equipped with a MaxxForce 11- or 13-liter engine certified to meet EPA 2010 emissions standards without selective catalytic reduction technology.

A VIN lookup is available for consumers to see whether or not their truck is affected.

The Navistar class action claimed that the company knowingly sold MaxxForce 11- or 13 liter diesel engines with defective EGR emissions systems. The defect allegedly causes the engines to heat up more than comparable engines which reportedly leads to more frequent break downs.

The plaintiffs argued that, if they had known about the defect, they would not have purchased the affected vehicles or would have paid significantly less. As a result, the plaintiffs and Class Members allegedly sustained financial injury.

A $135 million settlement was reached over the summer to resolve the claims against Navistar, although the defendants did not admit any wrongdoing. A website was later established for the settlement so Class Members could be aware of all the important details.

Under the settlement, consumers have three options for compensation. They can collect up to $2,500 in cash, up to $10,000 in rebates towards the purchase of a new vehicle, or up to $15,000 in proven cost reimbursement. More information is available in the “Potential Award” section below.

In order to benefit from the settlement, Class Members need to file a valid claim by May 11, 2020. The deadline for exclusion and objection was Oct. 10, 2019. The settlement was granted final approval on Jan. 3, 2020.

Who’s Eligible

Consumers who purchased or leased a 2011 to 2014 model year vehicle equipped with a MaxxForce 11- or 13-liter engine certified to meet EPA 2010 emissions standards without selective catalytic reduction technology.

Consumers can check their VIN to see if their vehicle is affected.

Potential Award

Up to $2,500 in cash or up to $10,000 in rebates per vehicle. Class Members will be awarded a monetary amount for each month that they owned or leased the vehicle.

For the cash option, the following limitations apply:

  • Model year 2011: $26.59/month
  • Model year 2012: $29.07/month
  • Model year 2013: $33.33/month
  • Model year 2014: $39.06/month

For the rebate option, the following limitations apply:

  • Model year 2011: $106.36/month
  • Model year 2012: $116.28/month
  • Model year 2013: $133.32/month
  • Model year 2014: $156.24/month

Class Members may also be able to benefit from a third option instead of cash or rebates. This “Prove-Up” option allows Class Members to collect up to $15,000 in covered costs per vehicle. Eligible costs include the repair or replacement of primary components or the repair or replacement of a secondary component that occurs within 30 days of repair or replacement of a primary component.

Primary components include the EGR Cooler and EGR Valve. Secondary components include the Lambda Sensor, Oxygen Sensor, Oil Centrifuge, Valve/Seat (Intake) and Valve/Seat (Exhaust), Valve Bridge, Cylinder Head (when accompanied by a Valve/Seat (Intake) and Valve Bridge repair), Turbochargers, Total Engine Replacement or Rebuild (must show a Turbochargers failure), Diesel Particulate Filter, and DOC/Pre-DOC.

Proof of Purchase

Documentation of lease, ownership, and/or costs.

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

5/11/2020

Case Name

In re: Navistar MaxxForce Engines Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation, Case No. 1:14-cv-10318, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

Final Hearing

11/13/2019

A federal court judge approved the settlement on Jan. 3, 2020.

Settlement Website
Claims Administrator

In re: Navistar MaxxForce Engine Settlement
c/o JND Legal Administration
PO Box 91317
Seattle, WA 98111-9417
info@MaxxForce11and13.com
1-833-222-1176

Class Counsel

Jonathan D. Selbin
Kenneth S. Byrd
Jason L. Lichtman
Andrew R. Kaufman
Avery S. Halfon
LIEFF CABRASER HEIMANN & BERNSTEIN LLP

Adam J. Levitt
John E. Tangren
Amy E. Keller
Adam Prom
DICELLO LEVITT GUTZLER LLC

William M. Audet
Steven Weinmann
AUDET & PARTNERS LLP

Laurel G. Bellows
THE BELLOWS LAW GROUP PC

Defense Counsel

Mark S. Mester
Cary Perlman
Kathleen P. Lally
Robin Hulshizer
Kevin Jakopchek
LATHAM & WATKINS LLP

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12 thoughts onNavistar MaxxForce Engine Defect Class Action Settlement

  1. Joe says:

    Any one receive payment yet?

  2. Tom says:

    Any one know when they send the check ??

    1. holly curry says:

      I’m wondering to

      1. Tom says:

        Tom I call no information you call them and let us know what they say ?

  3. COREY REAGAN says:

    I have a maxxforce 7 that stays in the shop more than my house is there anything I can do.

  4. Robert Goudin says:

    Add me please

  5. Evelyn Ayala says:

    Add me…I leased GM for my husband it was a throwing away good money after bad

  6. Marjorie Wills says:

    I leased a 2011 GM Acadia and had to have the oxygen sensor replaced but don’t ‘remember the Vin I know the dealership that replaced it.

  7. Ben Affleck says:

    Add me

  8. Brittney Joseph says:

    Add me please

  9. Marjorie Wills says:

    Add me

  10. Shantiel Berry says:

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