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Over the past several years, Wirtz Law has recovered millions for California consumers like you. As specialists in jury trials, arbitration and mediation, our extensive trial experience produces unmatched results that enable clients to expedite resolutions, manage risk and liability, and maximize damages. Our results speak for themselves.
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Case Studies
$632,141.03
Wirtz Law APC Wins 1st Fraud Judgment in US against Ford Motor Company for $632,141.03 for a 2014 Focus DPS6 Transmission-UPDATED
Our client, the Plaintiff, purchased a brand new 2014 Focus for $40,007, including add-ons and financing. Within three days, the transmission began to slip and shudder. He took the Ford Focus back to the dealer for nine different transmission repairs during the three years he…
$46,716.54
Butte County Jury Awards $46,716.54, including 2x Civil Penalty Against FCA for Defective Dodge RAM 2500 under California Lemon Law
In April 2013, our clients, the Plaintiffs purchased a pre-owned 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 to be the the Plaintiff’s primary vehicle. He’d previously always preferred Chevy trucks, but after hearing great things from friends about how reliable and durable Dodge trucks were, he decided take…
$103,527.32
Los Angeles Jury Awards $103,527.32, including a Full Civil Penalty against BMW for Defective 2013 335i Active Hybrid under California Lemon Law
In September 2012, our client, the Plaintiff bought a new 2013 BMW 335i Active Hybrid “ultimate driving machine” sports sedan, his dream car and first new car after driving a used 1999 Honda Civic for thirteen years. He was excited to treat himself to a…
$35,450
Riverside County (Palm Springs) Jury Awards a Full Buyback of $35,450 Against Kia for Defective 2012 Sorrento under California Lemon Law
Our clients, the Plaintiffs, purchased a new 2012 KIA Sorrento as a present to each other. Unfortunately, the SUV turned out to be no gift. Within 5 months, the transmission failed. Leaking Fluid within the torque converter made the transmission irreparable, so KIA’s authorized repair facility…
$61,416.59
San Bernardino County Jury Awards $61,416.59, including a Full Civil Penalty against Kia for Defective 2015 Optima under California Lemon Law
In April 2015, our client the Plaintiff bought a new 2015 Kia Optima for he and his wife to enjoy. The Plaintiff owned two prior KIA vehicles and had great experiences, so he decided an Optima would be a good choice for a new family…
$204,824.91
Ventura County Jury Awards $204,824.91, including a 2x Civil Penalty against BMW for Defective 2010 BMW X5 under California Lemon Law
Our client, the Plaintiff purchased a new 2010 BMW X5, as a premium luxury SUV to enjoy in his retirement and to use for safe and reliable passage to visit and transport his grandchildren. The BMX X5 SUV turned out to be anything but reliable. Within…
$108,325.83
Santa Clara County Jury Awards $108,325.83, including 2x Civil Penalty against FCA for Defective 2012 Dodge Durango under California Lemon Law
The Plaintiffs leased then purchased a 2012 Dodge Durango to be their primary family vehicle, to drive to and from work and drive the kids to school and their activities. Over the next three years, the Durango caused the family nothing but trouble. The Plaintiffs…
$130,373.37
Alameda County Jury Awards $130,373.37, including 2x Civil Penalty against FCA for Defective 2011 Dodge Durango under California Lemon Law
The Plaintiffs bought a used 2011 Dodge Durango to be their primary family vehicle, to be used to drive to and from work and shuttle their kids to school and activities. Just over one year after purchase, substantial problems began. Over the next three years,…
$69,653.64
Los Angeles County Jury Awards $69,653.64, including Civil Penalties against BMW for Defective 2011 BMW X1 under California Lemon Law
Our client the Plaintiff purchased a used Certified Pre-Owned (“CPO”) 2011 BMW X1 SUV, which was advertised as better than new with an extended warranty. She knew something was wrong when the steering wheel felt rough and the engine started making a terrible rattling sound within…
$103,001.16
Orange County Jury Awards $103,001.16, including 2x Civil Penalty against FCA for Defective 2012 Dodge Durango under California Lemon Law
The Plaintiff bought a used 2012 Dodge Durango to be his family’s vehicle for everyday driving. Just under two months after purchase, the problems started. The Plaintiff brought in the Durango for repair nine times in less than three years to FCA dealerships, complaining of…
$137,238.75
Riverside County (Murrieta) Jury Finds FCA Committed Fraud and Awards $137,238.75, including 2x Civil Penalty for Defective 2011 Dodge Durango under California Lemon Law
Our client the Plaintiff purchased a 2011 Dodge Durango to be his family’s primary vehicle. The Durango was equipped with a Totally Integrated Power Module (“TIPM”). The Plaintiff purchased the 2011 Durango, relying on FCA’s promises that the vehicle was safe and reliable. Within the first…
$159,480.05
Los Angeles Federal Jury Unanimously Awards $159,480.05, including 2x Civil Penalty against BMW for Defective 2014 BMW 428i under California Lemon Law
Our clients the Plaintiffs purchased a 2014 BMW 428i to be the Plaintiff’s primary vehicle. Within four months of purchase, the vehicle started manifesting serious engine defects like shaking, rough idle, and the fuel gauge malfunctioning. Within the first year of ownership, the Plaintiff contacted BMW…
$64,582.53
Tulare County Jury Awards $64,582.53, including 2x Civil Penalty against FCA for Defective 2013 Dodge Durango under California Lemon Law
Our client the Plaintiff purchased a 2013 Dodge Durango to be their family’s primary vehicle. Their family, including the Plaintiff, their wife, and five kids, planned to use the Durango for everyday errands as well as driving around the state for the kids’ sporting events. Within…
$77,247.90
Los Angeles Jury Awards $77,247.90, including 2x Civil Penalty against FCA for Defective 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee under California Lemon Law
Our client the Plaintiff purchased a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee to be the primary family vehicle for their wife and young kids to run errands and drive to school and the kids’ activities. After less than two years of ownership, the Grand Cherokee developed various…
$632,141.03
Wirtz Law APC Wins 1st Fraud Judgment in US against Ford Motor Company for $632,141.03 for a 2014 Focus DPS6 Transmission-UPDATED
Our client, the Plaintiff, purchased a brand new 2014 Focus for $40,007, including add-ons and financing. Within three days, the transmission began to slip and shudder. They took the Ford Focus back to the dealer for nine different transmission repairs during the three years they…
Sample results
$248,324.09
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Problems: Engine shifting and jerking, transmission and gear failure, coolant leakage, overheating, rattling, key recognition failure, suspension warning light, dashboard freezing, radio and navigation malfunctions.
$157,519.60
2018 Ford F-150
Problems: Weatherstrip malfunction, roof glass loose, oil leakage, key recognition failure, gears sticking, PCV sensor replacement, USB malfunction, burnt transmission.
$113,500
2019 Volkswagen Atlas
Problems: Backup camera inoperable, abnormal gear shift, faulty fuel cap, coolant hose leakage, adaptive cruise control malfunction.
$156,000
2014 Dodge Ram 250
Problems: Crystal build up on DEF injector, SCR catalyst hole clogged, YCC valve stuck, water leakage in rear cab area, valve body failure, transmission leakage, EGR cooler leakage, engine belt cracks, def pump shorting, loose airbag connector harness, worn shift cable, turbo actuator internal failure, water pump leakage, thermostat leakage, rear axle seal leakage.
$135,500
2019 Acura RDX
Problems: Crackling & popping noises from both vehicle body and speaker, sensor malfunction, Navigation/GPS malfunction, faulty window seal, turbo inter cooler leak.
$99,500.00
2018 Jeep Renegade
Problems: Transmission jerk, blown cooling fan fuse, spark plug malfunction, excessive oil consumption, persistent fuel smell.
$125,000
2018 Range Rover Velar
Problems: Bluetooth, Infotainment screen freeze, Navigation malfunctions, Coolant pump actuator sticking/water pump replaced, Eco-start failure, VVT solenoid failure, Oil leaks. Significant repeating concerns: eco-start and Bluetooth/nav/infotainment.
$245,000
2018 Porsche Panamera
Problems: Exhaust flap actuator seizure, clunking noise when driving, roof frame loose, damaged engine fan and support bracket, battery unable to hold charge, transmission skip, upholstery loose.
$103,000
2016 MB Sprinter
Problems: A/C insufficiently cool and leaking water, sliding door difficulty latching and opening, loose steering, open circuit in charging port.
$136,000
2019 Dodge Ram 3500
Problems: DTC turbocharger replacement, A/C not blowing cold.
$185,000
2019 Dodge Ram 3500
Problems: Rear window closure issues, shaking when idle or reversing, check engine light malfunction.
$100,000
2019 Kia Niro
Problems: Clicking noise from engine and charger, grinding noise from steering wheel, burnt rubber smell, rattling noise from rear, phone connectivity issues, heater/AC malfunctions.
$180,000
2019 Porsche Cayenne S
Problems: Gateway replacement, navigation system malfunctions, PCM dysfunction, guest connect inoperable, mirror folding upon locking difficulties.
$160,000
2019 Range Rover
Problems: Infotainment system malfunction, faulty water pump in cooling system, tailgate lid misalignment, exhaust cam failure, hesitation during acceleration, brake squeaking.
$98,000.00
2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Problems: Non-functioning doors/seats/windows and locks, water pump/coolant/thermostat housing leaking, water leaking into car due to pinched sunroof drain, carplay connectivity issues, USB port working intermittently, injector harness replacement, steering rack replacement, random loss of power.
$166,222
207 Audi Q7
Problems: Uneven tire wear on all four tires, A/C not functional due to refrigerant leakage from evaporator.
$33,800
2019 Dodge Ram 1500
Problems: Check engine light, engine running rough at idle, low oil pressure, transmission/shifts on its own
$117,500
2018 Chrysler Pacífica
Problems: Engine cylinder misfire, battery failure, inoperable auto stop/start, steering wheel noisy/difficult to turn
$85,000
2020 Range Rover
Problems: Check engine light, squeaking brakes, passenger arm rest defects
$205,000
2015 Mercedes Benz S500V
Problems: Headlights, check engine lights, brakes, 360-degree camera, infotainment system, rear molding, sunroof seal, suspension dropping after sitting for long periods, burning smell after driving for long periods of time, jolting when shifting
$55,000
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Problems: Check engine light, stalling, auto start/stop, navigation
$92,500
2016 Mercedes Benz C300W4
Problems: Check engine light, oil leakage, fuel smell
$90,000
2016 Kia Sorrento
Problems: Tire and brake lights, windshield, temperature gauge
$125,000
2019 Mercedes Benz AMG GT63 S
Problems: Seatbelt, power/acceleration, battery, SDS
$130,000
2018 Mercedes Benz MPV 2500
Problems: Speakers, headliner, a/c, passenger seat, lights, center console, door handle
$130,000
2017 Ford Edge
Problems: Engine rattle/clicking noise, reverse sensors, interior discoloration, transmission, oil, navigation system, rearview camera