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A class action lawsuit filed in Texas District Court accuses Ford Motor Co. of profiting off of defective spark plugs.
Plaintiff Joshua Brewer claims in the Ford spark plug class action lawsuit that he purchased a 2006 Ford F150 that had defective sparks that cannot be readily removed when they need to be replaced. The class action lawsuit claims that when the defective spark plugs are removed, it causes damage to the spark plug and to the engine because part of the plug remains in the cylinder head.
Brewer alleges in the Ford defective spark plug class action that the defect has resulted in class members spending excessive amounts of money to change out spark plugs. Brewer says he was charged $800 to change out five spark plugs in his F150, nearly three times the normal cost of replacement.
Ford is accused in the class action lawsuit of not conducting sufficient recalls, failing to disclose known defects in the engines, failing to effectively repair or replace the engines or parts, and failing to reimburse.
The affected Ford vehicles that contain the allegedly defective Ford spark plugs include:
- 2005-2008 Ford Mustang
- 2004-2008 Ford F-150
- 2005-2008 Ford F-Super Duty Expedition
- 2006-2008 Ford Explorer
- F-53 Ford Motorhome Chassis
- 2007-2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
- 2005-2008 Lincoln Navigator
- 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT
- 2006-2008 Mercury Mountaineer
The Ford spark plug class action lawsuit is seeking damages for out-of-pocket expenses related to the cost to replace the spark plugs, deductibles paid when repairs were covered by warranty, diminution in value of the subject vehicles, economic losses, attorney’s fees, interest and court costs. It is alleging negligence, breach of implied warranty of merchantability, breach of express warranty and unjust enrichment against Ford.
The case is Joshua Brewer v. Ford Motor Co., Case No. 1:11-cv-00222, Eastern District of Texas, Beaumont Division.
UPDATE: On June 5, 2015, Ford agreed to pay $2.2 million to settle the spark plug defect class action lawsuit.
UPDATE 2: Claim filing instructions for the Ford spark plug class action settlement are now available! Click here or visit www.FordSparkPlugSettlement.com for details.
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127 thoughts onDefective Ford Spark Plug Class Action Lawsuit
Just had the issue but not at 100,000 but at 84, 000. All spark plugs broke. Cost us 1700.00 to fix and without the vehicle for a week and a half as our mechanic did not know of the tool or the problem. So not all mechanics know of this situation. The whole object is to soak, soak, soak the plugs in carb fluid as long as possible to dissolve the carbon buildup. Would have cost us more if we took this to the dealer as they would have pulled the engine apart. How do I get into the class action law suit?
2008 Ford Explorer 4.6L 3valve (136K miles) was missing when under load. I was hesitant to change the plugs due to potential breaking issue so I replaced the coils over plugs (COP’s)first. The vehicle no longer misses & runs great again! Bought COP’s on Ebay for $64 and replaced myself (Disconnect connector & remove 1 small bolt. So easy, even I could do it!). Ford’s shirking of responsibility for this design flaw is troubling. Back to Toyota for me! Toyota once bought my old truck back from me (for top retail value) for a manufactering defect!
Good god, I found out about this problem when I went online to search on the easiest way to change the plugs on my 06 F150, mine misses when I accelerate at about 40-50 now i’m thinking of just living with it,,,i’m going to go to the shop i normally take it and the dealer just to see what they say…..this really blows!!!!
I HAVE A 2005 F150 5.4 87,000 MILES ON IT, I HEARD ABOUT THE SPARK PLUG ISSUE AND STARTED CHECKING IN TO IT, HOLY CRAP! IF I HAD KNOWN ABOUT THIS WHEN I WAS LOOKING FOR A TRUCK, I SURELY WOULD HAVE BOUGHT A CHEVY. THIS IS RIDICULOUS, FORD SHOULD HAVE TO FIX EVERY TRUCK WITH THIS PROBLEM, LIKE MY BROTHER SAID ” I’M DONE WITH FORD” TO PAY $3000 FOR SPARK PLUGS IS A CRIME. I SAY YOU BROKE IT YOU FIX IT!
I have a 2004 f-150 crewcab 5.4 that has 109,000 and it’s running a lil rough. So I was thinking about changing the plugs my self.So I checked out Google to see any special instructions…WOW
I guess I should consider a trade instead….as high as $3000.00 wth is that. I have all 4 of my window regulators go out.Plus my back sliding window stopped working, My outside temp gauge says its 120 degs out when its 70…My wife has a 07 fusion and has had all kinds of problems with it too…Done with Ford’s in my family and were from Louisville, Ky and we have two Ford plants here in town
I would like to be part of this class action suit. When I took my 2006 F150 in for the 100,000 change of spark plugs. It took them 3 weeks and they charged me $3000. The dealership said they were not responsible.
What say you?
Vincent
What has become of the case,is it still in court?
I am in the same boat as everyone else with a 2004 f150 4.6. Had cylinder #3 blow out a spark plug braking the coil pack. Took it to lasco ford in fenton mi charged 800.00 to put a incert in. Told then it could cost up too 800.00 more to change the other 7 the truck only had 60,000 miles on it at this time. Now 25,000 miles later #3 has no compression head valves and piston all have severe damage, Most likely from the debris the dealership left in the cylinder. New engine needed at 6,000 more and ford says its not there defective designed engine. DEFINITELY COUNT ME IN. THANKS
I have a 2005 f-150 ready for a spark plug change. Whoever does the job has the ability to claim X amount of plugs broke off so bring me the title or pay the bill. No thanks~! Ford screwed the public on 6.0 Diesel motors as well and got away with it. They really need to pay BIG even if it takes them OUT. The deception and greed should be a felony. James Paris
I believe owning one of these vehicles
automatically includes you in the class action
should they come to an agreement on damages
but the way the world is today, who knows
I was fortunate enough to find out about all this
while considering a newer Ford truck
my sympathy to all, makes me sick , its just wrong
what they have done, by doing nothing to repair
looks like I have to go with TOYOTA :(