Volkswagen Timing Chain Class Action Settlement

Those who owned or leased a variety of 2008 through 2014 model year Volkswagen or Audi vehicles could get up to $6,500 from a Volkswagen timing chain class action settlement.

The Volkswagen timing chain class action settlement resolves allegations that a defect in the timing chain of certain models of vehicles caused tension system failures, resulting in costly repairs and safety concerns.

After initially being hit with a Volkswagen timing chain class action lawsuit over the alleged defect in 2016, another class action lawsuit alleged that the car maker hid evidence of problems with the chain that could cause it to “jump a tooth” and severely damage the engine.

According to the Volkswagen timing chain class action lawsuit settlement, those who owned or leased one of nearly 20 models of VW and Audi vehicles may be able to make a claim for repairs they had to make because of the alleged defect.

The VW class action settlement covers repairing or replacing a timing chain or timing chain tensioner, or repair or replacement of an engine damaged due to a timing chain or timing chain tensioner.

Class Members may also be able to claim an extension of their car’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty to cover future repairs.

The deadline to submit a claim in the Volkswagen timing chain class action lawsuit settlement is Jan. 25, 2019.

Class Members who wish to object or exclude themselves must do so by Oct. 12, 2018. The fairness hearing is scheduled for Nov. 19, 2018.

UPDATE: On Dec. 7, 2018, amid Class Member objections, plaintiffs in a Volkswagen engine defect class action are trying to keep a proposed settlement deal alive. Plaintiffs in the Volkswagen class action emphasized to the court that there were only 43 objections to the proposed settlement.

UPDATE 2: On Dec. 14, 2018, a federal judge has granted final approval of a Volkswagen class action settlement over allegedly defective timing chains.

Who’s Eligible

Class Members include those who purchased or leased a Class Vehicle in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. The vehicle’s VIN must be listed in the VIN database available on the settlement website.

Settlement Class Vehicles include:

Potential Award

Up to $6,500 depending on the vehicle model and repair or replacement required.

Proof of Purchase

Valid VIN and supporting documentation for the repair or replacement.

Claim Form

CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »

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

1/25/2019

Case Name

In re: Volkswagen Timing Chain Product Liability Litigation, Case No. 2:16-cv-02765, in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey

Final Hearing

12/12/2018  UPDATED

UPDATE: The Volkswagen Timing Chain Class Action Settlement was granted final approval on December 14, 2018. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.

UPDATE 2: On January 18, 2019, an appeal to the Volkswagen Timing Chain Class Action Settlement was filed. Claims will not be paid until all appeals are exhausted.  We appreciate your ongoing patience. Top Class Actions will continue to provide updates as we learn more.

UPDATE 3: The appeals to the Volkswagen Timing Chain Class Action Settlement were dismissed on April 4, 2019.  It is not known how quickly claims will be paid. Top Class Actions will continue to provide updates as we learn more.

Settlement Website

TimingChainLitigation.com

Claims Administrator

Volkswagen Timing Chain Settlement
Claim Administrator – Epiq
P.O. Box 3656
Portland, OR 97208-3656
1-855-206-9873
info@TimingChainLitigation.com

Class Counsel

CARELLA BYRNE CECCHI OLSTEIN BRODY & AGNELLO PC

KESSLER TOPAZ MELTZER & CHECK LLP

KANTROWITZ GOLDHAMER & GRAIFMAN PC

Defense Counsel

CHASE KURSHAN HERZFELD & RUBIN LLC