Consumer Complaints Spur Samsung TV Class Action Lawsuit Investigation

A Samsung TV class action lawsuit investigation has been launched after several complaints have alleged that the company’s televisions are prone to premature failure. The Samsung TV class action lawsuit investigation alleges the early device failure can be attributed to defective internal parts, which causes the television to overheat.

This investigation was launched against the company for allegedly failing to warn the general public against these defects and that their products may have a much shorter life expectancy than advertised.

The Samsung TV class action lawsuit investigation primarily pertains to consumers in Florida and New Jersey who purchased Samsung plasma televisions manufactured between Jan. 1, 2009 and Nov. 30, 2014. Consumers allege the

There have been several legal actions already taken against the manufacturer, including a Samsung TV class action lawsuit. This Samsung TV class action lawsuit is being filed against Samsung and Sears, alleging the companies had manufactured and sold defective plasma televisions were prone to early failure and overheating.

The claim is being filed by lead plaintiff Charles D. McCallon, who alleges Samsung knew that it was distributing defective plasma televisions with inferior components.

Overview of Samsung TV Class Action Lawsuit

According to the Samsung TV class action lawsuit, McCallon had bought a Samsung 3D TV for $840 in 2011 at a Sears, but had experienced problems with the television after he moved to a different state.

Just two years after purchasing the television, the device allegedly broke. McCallon says he took it to a Samsung repair facility in 2013 and was told the television was “unrepairable” because one of the internal components was no longer in production.

More specifically, McCallon states the early device failure of the television was caused by defective capacitors, which had broken and could no longer regulate voltage spikes in the television. McCallon alleges Samsung knowingly manufactured and produced defective televisions, which were then sold to customers.

According to the Samsung TV class action lawsuit investigation, these products burn out way before the eight year lifespan the company promised. McCallon alleges these defective televisions have either forced consumers to get new devices, or have the owner face expensive repair costs.

“Manufacturer and retailer defendants have or should have had actual knowledge of the design defect in the televisions, but have failed to adequately recall/cease sales of the televisions and/or cure the design defect described in this complaint,” the Samsung TV class action lawsuit states.

The Samsung TV class action lawsuit alleges 10 counts of unjust enrichment damages and violations under state consumer protection law, with McCallon seeking an unspecified amount of compensation. McCallon’s seeks to represent “hundreds” of consumers who purchased allegedly defective Samsung televisions between 2009 and present day.

With the average retail price ranging between $250 to $5,000 for the TVs at issue, Samsung and Sears could face serious financial strain if this and other class action lawsuits are successful in obtaining damages for consumers. Samsung has been hit with three other class action lawsuits, alleging similar claims of defective components causing premature failure in the television. Customers who filed these Samsung TV lawsuits had reportedly paid at least $800 for Samsung 3D Smart televisions, with prices going up to $5,000.

This Samsung TV Class Action Lawsuit is Charles D. McCallon v. Samsung Electronics America Inc., et al., Case No. 2:18-cv-00114, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah.

Join a Free Florida and New Jersey Samsung Plasma TV Class Action Lawsuit Investigation

If you own a Samsung plasma TV that you purchased in Florida and New Jersey, you may qualify to join this Samsung TV class action lawsuit investigation.

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