If you drive a Ford diesel truck, you should probably keep an eye out for engine problems. Unfortunately, certain Ford diesel trucks may have been manufactured with defective fuel injector pumps that can lead to excessive wear and damage to the engine over time.
Numerous Ford consumers have reported complete engine failure with their vehicles. Such failures are not only inconvenient and time-consuming to fix, but also come at a steep cost of over $10,000 in repairs for catastrophic engine damage.
These fixes do not appear to resolve these Ford 6.7L engine issues in the long-term and the auto manufacturer has yet to issue a Ford recall related to this issue.
Ford Diesel Lawsuit Overview
A class action lawsuit filed in December 2022 accuses Ford of selling thousands of diesel trucks with defective fuel injection pumps that can cause their engines to fail.
The suit’s plaintiff is the owner of a Ford diesel truck; the cp4 lawsuit alleges that the American automaker produced and sold numerous 2011-present model year Ford diesel trucks that feature 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engines, equipped with faulty high-pressure fuel injection pumps (CP4 pumps).
These supposedly defective fuel injection pumps were supplied by Bosch, according to Keith T. Williams et al., v. Ford Motor Company.
How do I know if my Ford Truck is affected?
Allegedly, the fuel injection pump in affected vehicles appears to have a fragile and unstable design that allows metal components to rub against each other.
The metal shavings this produces can contaminate the fuel system in affected vehicles, which can result in premature wear and engine failure. The Ford 6.7 diesel lawsuit states that Ford knew that the design of the CP4 pumps was not compatible with diesel fuel and the engine produces metal shavings regardless of fuel quality.
What makes and models are affected?
2011-present year Ford Super Duty trucks equipped with 6.7L “Power Stroke” diesel engines may have the manufacturing defect noted in the Ford CP4 Lawsuit.
What is the life expectancy of a Ford 6.7 diesel engine?
Functional Ford 6.7 diesel engines can last over 200,000 miles. Some Ford customers say their Ford engines can last over 500,000 miles.
Who can join the lawsuit?
If you own or lease a Ford truck with a 6.7L engine, we recommend carefully reviewing your options before deciding whether to participate in the Ford cp4 lawsuit or to pursue a lemon law claim.
Note that if you decide to join the class action, you may forfeit your ability to file am individual lemon law claim. This is because once you become a member of the class action, you are bound by any judgment or settlement that is reached in the case, and you won’t be able to pursue your individual claim through the lemon law process.
To ensure you make the best decision for your situation, you should seek the assistance of an experienced lemon law attorney who can help you understand the legal process and your rights as a consumer. They can assist you in selecting the most suitable option while considering the specific circumstances of your case.
How do I get Ford to buyback my car?
If you are seeking a lemon law buyback from Ford for your truck, you will need to follow the lemon law process in your state. Lemon laws are state-specific statutes that offer consumers protection against defective vehicles, and they may provide you with the right to receive a refund or replacement vehicle from the manufacturer.
The specific requirements for a lemon law buyback vary by state, but generally, you will need to meet the following criteria:
- Your vehicle must have a substantial defect or other recurring problems covered under the warranty that significantly impairs its use, value, or safety.
- You must have given the manufacturer a reasonable number of attempts to repair the problem(s).
- The manufacturer has been unable to repair the problem(s) within a reasonable amount of time or within a certain number of repair attempts.
- You have notified the manufacturer in writing and given them a final opportunity to repair the problem(s) before pursuing legal action.
If you believe that your situation meets these criteria, you should contact an attorney who specializes in lemon law cases in your state to help you navigate the process of pursuing a buyback from Ford. They can assist you in preparing and submitting the necessary documentation and negotiating with the manufacturer to reach a resolution.
Should I Pursue a Lemon Law Case or a Class Action Settlement?
If your vehicle has significant defects that impair its use, value, or safety and you are the only owner, pursuing an individual lemon law claim may be the better option for you.
With an individual claim, you can seek a refund or replacement vehicle from the manufacturer, and your case will be decided on its own merits. This means that you may be able to receive much more in compensation compared to what you could receive through the Ford 6.7 diesel class action settlement.
Pursuing an individual lemon law claim can provide you with greater control over your case, as you’ll be able to negotiate directly with the manufacturer and their legal team. This direct communication can allow you to present your evidence and arguments more effectively, which may increase the chances of a favorable outcome.
Furthermore, an individual claim can also offer a faster resolution to your case, as the process does not involve the complex and lengthy procedures of a class action lawsuit. Instead, your case will be evaluated on its own merits, and a resolution may be reached more efficiently.
If you are a California consumer who has purchased or leased a new or used Ford diesel truck with a 6.7L engine, you may be concerned about the recent cp4 lawsuit alleging that these trucks were sold with defective fuel injection pumps. If you believe your vehicle has been affected by these issues, the Lemon Law Experts are here to help.
We are a leading consumer protection firm that has assisted thousands of consumers across the state of California recover millions for their lemon law cases. If you have questions about your potential lemon law claim, get them answered by contacting our team of Lemon Law Experts today at (877)-885-5366 or through our site today.
