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Class action alleges GM sold heavy-duty diesel trucks with defeat devices causing excess emissions, misleading consumers.

Opening soonOntario, QuebecDeadline: Pending court decisionEst. payout: Compensation pendingDeadline pending

About this settlement

Alleged use of defeat devices in GM heavy-duty diesel trucks causing excess emissions and misleading advertising.

This class action targets General Motors for allegedly equipping certain 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra heavy-duty diesel trucks with defeat devices that cause emissions to exceed legal limits, despite marketing the vehicles as eco-friendly. The lawsuit claims consumers paid a premium for these vehicles and suffered damages including higher fuel costs and diminished vehicle value.

Who qualifies

  • Owners or lessees of 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 & 3500 Duramax Diesel trucks in Canada.
  • Owners or lessees of 2011-2016 GMC Sierra 2500 & 3500 Duramax Diesel trucks in Canada.
  • Residents of Canada, especially Ontario and Quebec.

Compensation pending

Deadline Pending court decision