On October 23, 2021, Tesla released a new beta test (update 10.3) for its full self-driving software. Within 24 hours, the company had issued a recall after seeing some issues.  Although there were no specific defects mentioned, Elon Musk tweeted that Tesla’s quality assurance team had discovered problems with left turns being made at traffic…

If you own or lease a 2018-2020 Dodge Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, or 5500 Heavy Duty diesel truck, it is crucial to know your rights. This is the time to contact the trial attorneys at Wirtz Law APC.  Stellantis (formerly Fiat Chrysler) has announced the recall of 222,000 Ram Heavy-Duty turbodiesel trucks in the U.S.…

This year, the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism began an investigation into more than 600,000 large Ram diesel trucks. According to a report, the investigative bureau has received more than 22 complaints about the 2019 and 2020 models of these trucks. Reportedly, the problem comes down to a loss of power that…

Self-driving cars continue to grow in popularity and presence. And why shouldn’t they? They’re the stuff of the future!  But as the number of self-driving cars on the road expands, they’re statistically likely to face manufacturing defects. This is especially true given the number of high-tech elements these cars need to function.  Traditionally, the fault…

Volkswagens are classic. Their long-standing reputation for quality and style makes them a popular car choice. But the last thing you want is a bug in your Bug.  With this in mind, it’s helpful to know the signs of common issues that crop up in Volkswagen vehicles. Faulty products are often the result of a…

A bright yellow lemon looks like it should be delicious, but bite into one and you’ll quickly regret the decision. The promise of the appealing outside is quickly overwhelmed by the bitter taste within. This relatable experience is why defective vehicles are known as lemons.  A shiny new car can come with a strong brand…

If you own a BMW, you likely understand the importance of quality, style, and function — and you’re willing to pay for them. But all vehicle manufacturers face flaws in the production process. Unfortunately, that may mean that the “ultimate driving machine” is less than what it’s promised to be.  A luxury car is an…

On June 28, 2021, a new class action lawsuit was filed in California court against Hyundai Motor America. The plaintiff, Mr. Siamak Kermani, is represented by Wirtz Law APC, O’Connor Law Group, and Reallaw APC. The class action is on behalf of consumers throughout California, claiming dangerous battery systems in their electric Hyundai vehicles, caused…

On December 3, 2020, a new class-action lawsuit was filed in California federal court against BMW of North America, LLC. The class action is on behalf of consumers throughout California, due to unreasonably dangerous battery systems in their hybrid BMW vehicles, caused by debris during the manufacturing process. The defective batteries were produced by Samsung…

Binding pre-dispute arbitration provisions are nearly ubiquitous in consumer contracts. Most consumers do not even know that such provisions are in the lengthy boilerplate contracts presented to them by credit card companies, mobile phone providers, and manufacturers. Arbitration has statistically verified as a less favorable forum for consumers and a more favorable forum for large…