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General Motors Engine Defect Lawsuit
General Motors (GM) has announced a recall of nearly 600,000 SUVs and trucks in the United States due to serious manufacturing defects in the 6.2L V8 gas engines (RPO L87). Vehicle owners who experienced engine failure, crashes, repairs, or other damages as a result of this defect may be entitled to compensation beyond what is offered through the standard recall repair process.
This recall affects 2021 through 2024 model year vehicles, including:
- 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV
- 2021-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban and Tahoe
- 2021-2024 GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL
The recall stems from defects in critical engine components, including the connecting rod and crankshaft. These issues can lead to severe engine damage or even complete engine failure, posing significant safety risks to drivers and passengers.
National Highway Traffic Stagey Investigation and Reported Incidents
GM has acknowledged at least 12 crashes and 12 injuries in the United States that may be directly related to these engine defects. In addition, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation involving nearly 900,000 GM vehicles due to reports of engine failures involving vehicles with the V8 engine.
Before issuing this recall, GM conducted three separate investigations into the engine defects since 2022, which identified 28,102 potentially related field complaints or incidents in the U.S. These previous investigations were closed without resolution, leaving thousands of drivers at risk.
Who Can File an A General Motors Engine Defect Lawsuit?
If you own or lease one of the recalled GM vehicles and have experienced engine issues, you may be eligible for compensation for:
- Repair or replacement costs
- Loss of vehicle use
- Property damage
- Medical expenses resulting from accidents
Warning signs that your vehicle may be affected include:
- Unusual knocking or banging sounds coming from the engine
- Illuminated check engine light
- Engine performance issues including hesitation or high RPMs
- Abnormal shifting or reduced propulsion
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