Canadian Ford drivers could get compensated in a proposed class-action lawsuit against the popular car manufacturer.
On April 2, law firm Charney Lawyers PC commenced a class-action lawsuit in British Columbia against Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited on behalf of certain Canadians.
The lawsuit alleges that certain Ford vehicles equipped with a 10R80 10-speed Transmission have been “linked to significant operational issues.”
If the lawsuit results in a settlement, Canadians who meet specific criteria could get paid.
The allegations
According to the notice on Charney Lawyers’ website, Ford introduced the 10R80 Transmission in 2017, and the company’s Canadian counterpart has received several complaints from consumers.
“Numerous reports on internet forums and direct complaints to Ford highlight ongoing issues with shifting, jerking, and unintended downshifting at high speeds,” states the site.
Owners of the affected vehicles reported various problems, including unintended lunging when shifting from park to drive. Vehicle owners also claim they experienced the vehicles’ shimmying and shuddering while in motion and difficulty shifting gears.
Reports also allege premature wearing of the clutch plates and transmission components and a sudden gearshift “that has not been initiated by the driver.”
In the U.S., the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) started an investigation in March that could impact around 1.3 million vehicles. Transport Canada launched a similar investigation after receiving 11 complaints.
Are you eligible?
The lawsuit doesn’t specify how many Canadians are likely affected. However, to be eligible, you must meet several criteria:
- You must be a Canadian resident
- You must have owned or leased a Ford Expedition, Ford Mustang, Ford Ranger, Ford F-150, or Lincoln Navigator from model years 2017/2018 to the present. These vehicles must be equipped with a 10R80 10-speed Transmission.
How you can join
Charney Lawyers is currently collecting information about potential class members.
“The information collected about potential class members on this system will assist counsel in prosecuting the class action and assessing what damages were suffered by the class as a whole,” reads the site.
By registering, you’ll also receive notifications of any developments in the class-action lawsuit. There is no fee to register.
You’ll be asked to provide information on the Ford vehicle you purchased or leased. You’ll also be asked to describe any performance issues you experienced with the 10R80 Automatic Transmission.
We have contacted Ford for a comment and will update this story when it responds.
You can check Charney Lawyers’ website for the latest information.
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