Cases
In re Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep EcoDiesel Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability
- Consumer Class Action
Overview
Overview
| Status: | Status: Settled |
| Court: | Court: Northern District of California |
| Case Number: | Case Number: 17-MD-02777 |
| Lead Attorneys: | Lead Attorneys: Lesley E. Weaver, Anne K. Davis, Sara Pildis Simnowitz |
Background: The class alleges that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles deliberately cheated on emission testing of 2014-2016 model Dodge and Jeep trucks marketed and sold as environmentally friendly “eco-diesel” vehicles.
BFA’s Role: Judge Edward Chen of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California appointed Ms. Weaver as one of nine members of the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee. Ms. Weaver played a key role in litigating the action, including taking depositions and coordinating with experts.
Result: The case has settled for $307 million in cash in addition to extended warranties worth more than $120 million.
BFA’s Role: Judge Edward Chen of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California appointed Ms. Weaver as one of nine members of the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee. Ms. Weaver played a key role in litigating the action, including taking depositions and coordinating with experts.
Result: The case has settled for $307 million in cash in addition to extended warranties worth more than $120 million.