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l class action lawsuit claims Ford continued to sell F-150 trucks, Mustangs and Explorers with “defective spark plugs and related engine defects” in model years 2004-2008, and did nothing to remedy the problem or to warn consumers about the defects.
According to the Ford defective spark plug class action lawsuit, Ford sold more than 2 million of these vehicles nationwide containing defective spark plugs that could only be removed with “exceptional and extraordinary efforts.” Ford issued as least three Technical Service Bulletins concerning the defects since 2006, but only issued them to authorized Ford dealerships and did not directly notify non-Ford automotive repair shops about the defects.
“Further, although Ford began receiving complaints from U.S. customers in August 2003, and developed its own tool to remove the defective plugs in 2005, Ford has provided no notice to Plaintiff or the Class Members about the defective spark plugs and related engine defects,” the Ford spark plug class action lawsuit states.
Not only did Ford fail to disclose the defects, it also failed to remedy the defects before selling or leasing them to consumers.
“In fact, even after Ford developed a special tool and procedure to remove the defective plugs, and after a replacement spark plug was developed, Ford continued to manufacture, sell, and lease the Covered Vehicles with the defects,” the class action lawsuit continues. “As a result of Ford’s knowing and intentional conduct, Plaintiff and Class Members have been required to spend hundreds, and in many instances, thousands of dollars more than reasonably could be anticipated to replace spark plugs — something that generally costs around $150.”
The Ford defective spark plug class action lawsuit is brought on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or leased vehicles in Florida manufactured by the Ford Motor Company that are covered by Ford’s Technical Service Bulletin 08-7-6 (e.g.; 2004 through 2008 model year Ford F-150 trucks, Ford Mustangs and Ford Explorers). It is also seeking to represent a Subclass of all Class Members whose spark plugs were removed, replaced, attempted to be removed, or attempted to be replaced by an authorized Ford dealership or repair center.
The Ford spark plug lawsuit is seeking class certification, damages, pre- and post-judgment interest, and attorney fees and court costs. It is also asking the Court to order Ford to notify owners and lessees about the defective spark plugs and to promptly repair and/or replace all defective spark plugs and related engine defects free of charge.
A copy of the Ford Defective Spark Plug Class Action Lawsuit can be read here.
The case is Wendi Lanzi v. Ford Motor Company, Case No. 12-cv-60037-KMW, US. District Court, Southern District of Florida.
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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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64 thoughts onFord Defective Spark Plug Class Action Lawsuit
UPDATE: On June 5, 2015, Ford agreed to pay $2.2 million to settle the spark plug defect class action lawsuit.
how would I need to speak to about a calm I have agiants ford I have receipts on every thing I had to have rebluit
I own a 2006 F150 which was brought to my mechanic in order to change the spark plugs. manged to get 7 of them changed after many hours and all but 1 of them broke during the process. Besides looking at a hefty bill for the seven that were changed, the bigger problem still lies ahead as my mechanic informed me that the next step is to remove the head of the motor. When all is said and done, my total cost is estimated at around $2800/$3000. THANKS FORD!!!! I would like info on being added to this list.
I have a 2005 F150 with the 5.4. Took to dealer for plug replacement as nobody in town would touch it. Dealer has had the vehicle for almost a week trying to get the plugs out. This is going to be a very expensive repair for what should have been done in a hour for under $100.00 doing it myself. Any updates on the class action? My name needs to be added to it for sure.
we also have a Ford F 150 and now have it in the shop with broken plugs. They are pulling the motor in order to fix the problem. This is coming with a price of $4000 that we don’t have! I need to get on this class action law suit, any info for this is greatly needed!
I took my 2008 Ford Explorer in ( local Ford dealer) due to “missing” around 45 – 50 MPH. Received call that plugs needed replaced. OK – go ahead.- I was not aware of the plug breaking problem nor was I informed of the possibility. I did not receive a call back for a few days. I called to check and was told that Tech broke spark plug off and was going to use “special tool” to remove the plug. OK. – A few days went by and I had to call again. They have not been able to remove the plug and now there may be more damage and estimated that it could cost $3,000.00 to $4,000.00 to REPLACE the heads! Its been 2 weeks and the Explorer is still sitting there while they say they are trying to figure things out and I’m having to rent a car. How do I proceed with lawsuit???
i have a2007 explorer with a broken plug now its either spend 2000 on removing the head or replace motor why did ford let this go for so long
I’m an owner of 2006 F250 with the 5.4 engine,…I’m now facing the same problem with the spark plugs,..The truck has been in the shop for two months,…not wanting to see the bill,..Ford should be held accountable,
5 of the spark plugs broke off during replacement. How do you get in on the class action law suit. Anybody please respond. Ford should be reimbursing for this repair.
I have an 06 F150. Took it in to get a tune up, and was advised the #6 plug broke and they have remove the head to get it out. The original price of $500.00 is now going to cost me $2000! Plus, I am without my truck for a week. Ford needs to man up with this, and make it right, or risk losing a bunch of customers. Is it too late to get involved it this whole suit?
My 06 F-150 5.4 is sitting in the driveway in bably need of tune-up can’t afford to take it to the dealer not sure of what they will charge. I just recently re-built my 2000 BMW and it runs great, but I am not sure abount changing the spark plugs in my F-150. I bourght this 150 new and I been at the same address and has not received anything in the mail about a class action lawsuit.