Also, do you all remember the exact wording regarding submitting receipts as proof of payment? I hope the rest of you receive your money soon. Honestly if you received payment LUCKY other than that dont wait anymore. I am so tired of waiting to be reimbursed for the replacement of my engine Im down $7,500 and the check engine light is still coming on. What do we need to do to file against Rust/BMW? Filed claim last year. OR get rid of the car! How can I verify receipt of the documents? I sent all of the documents via certified mail. Nov 29 and I have heard nothing since I filed back in April. I WILL NEVER EVER BUY ANOTHER BMW. Rust got paid a huge lump sum, and we got dumped on with lies and false promises. Again was told that would take 45-60 days. We cannot let them off the hook on this and flood them with emails . I am in the process of gathering all the required documents. Just goes to show, all that glitters isnt gold. A Newark, New Jersey, federal judge granted final approval Tuesday to a $92 million settlement of a nationwide class action suit over alleged timing chain failures in BMW vehicles. Thanks for the UPDATE! Sent everything they asked and still nothing. 7,000 miles later a new engine! Requests for exclusion from the Settlement must have been postmarked by January 19, 2021. You will get a check if you never got a denial for more documentation everyone who filed should have gotten this email. The lawsuit says the primary timing chain assembly connects and synchronizes the camshafts and crankshaft, controlling the opening and closing of the valves in the engine's combustion chambers. I feel like every time someone gets a response the dates keep getting pushed back further & further. I have a claim number- I used to go on the website and put ion my claim number and all it would say is A claim has been filed After the June 30th deadline, the option to enter your claim number is now gone. I am going to file a complaint with the BBB and some more. BMW N20 and N26 Engine Lawsuit Blames Timing Chains December 4, 2017 A BMW N20 and N26 engine lawsuit alleges the timing chains cause total failure of the engines that can only be repaired by replacing the direct injection turbocharged engines that can cost up to $22,000. The BMW dealership where my car has been sitting, keeps telling me that I need to wait for ppw. 2:17-cv-07386, involving the timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules in certain model-year 2012 to 2015 BMW vehicles. I cant believe BMW, I took my car on 5/24/21 I still owe 17,000 and I need a new engine I hope they will help me, I have a 2013 BMW and my Drivetrain needs repair took it to the bmw and they already knew what was going on but still charge me 700 hundred dollars for taking my engine apart I need a new engine because I have 7400 thousand mile they want help me. I think we should file a lawsuit against both Rust Consulting and BMW. Nothing from them yet :(, Same! For all other BMW models not fitted with the N20 and N26 engines, you can maintain the planned timing chain replacement at the 100,000-mile mark. Check engine light went off. The lawyers for the plaintiffs in this matter arent any help either. I have sent all documents some emails last year Feb 2021. The defects are allegedly linked to the engines timing chains. Sickening! I have a BWM X1 2015 and Im having issue with my timing chain. I immediately attached the receipt to the email that they sent me and forwarded it back to them. I am so frustrated. the same thing happened, noise and then the next day has blown engine! The dealer only told me when I took it for repair of the recall. IT ONLY HAS 87,00.00 MILES ON IT. The automaker was sued by owners who claim the primary timing chain assemblies have defects that cause the chains to skip on the sprockets, causing failures of the crankshafts and camshafts to function properly. There are applicable statutes of limitations which may currently be running. No. That reprocessing of claims would take place in the next week and would take approx 45-60 days to complete. Is this still ongoing, any extension to submit? Update 9/14/2021 received same email as everyone else. What in the H E double hockey sticks does .. we dont have a date when checks will be mailed out.. so tired. They did respond & advise as soon as the documents were received via mail that they would be reviewing the claim. I purchased my car brand new and seven years later 94K miles and drivetrain malfunction I couldnt believe it..makes you wonder about foreign carsthey suppose to be built better and last longer, This is just craziness now- Nothing yet ! v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft, et al., Case No. Nothing. This site says settlement closed closed but still allows to click on file a claim? *** Look up Rust Consulting.1 star rating from BBB. In order to receive benefits under the prospective repair program, you must take your Class Vehicle to an authorized BMW Center. Cant even find a name of a owner! The class action lawsuit contended BMW knew of the defective coolant pump but failed to do anything to fix the problem or reimburse vehicle owners and lessees for repairs. Adobe Reader isfree and is required to view and print documents on this site. You may also send questions to the Claims Administrator at: Gelis Claims Administrator 7080, c/o Rust Consulting, PO Box 14, Minneapolis, MN 55440-0014. IF YOU FIND ONE PLEASE LET US KNOW. I been hearing a noise from the timing chain for a couple weeks now but havent had the chance to replace it because of money, does that still apply if I be able to change it right now? document.getElementById( "ak_js_5" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); @2023 Top Class Actions. Courthouse, 50 Walnut Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102. God was on our side. What they are doing is a disgrace. BMW recently offered to settle two class-action lawsuits related to water damage . Same! So based on just these few factors I really dont expect to see our money until next year. I dont know about anyone else but I am hurting right now, I sure could use MY money. Mine was for $1,176. Are the timing chain module and/or the oil pump drive chain module a part of the Valvetronic system? I hate BMW for the rest of my life. As i was pulling out the engine lost all power and thankfully I made it to a parking lot edge and not on the highway. We have to come together and fight these people for our money. SHAME ON YOU BMW! Theres no way to check. BMW denies all the allegations in the class action and says it stands behind its products. I was then told the checks would go out in three weeks three weeks later still no check. i took my 2013 X3 in many times for drive train malfunction they did test and could not find the source. Could you share the email address. I received an email from them about a month ago notifying me that my claim was going to be denied because the receipt that I sent (from BMW) didnt show exactly what method of payment was used it just showed that the payment was made. Ill be mailing today via certified mail. There was a court order / class action suit approved. After the Settlement becomes effective (the Effective Date), you may be entitled to reimbursement for some or all of your past out-of-pocket expenses incurred for repairing or replacing one failed timing chain module, oil pump drive chain module, and engine (if damaged due to a failure of the timing chain or oil pump drive chain modules), as follows: If I excluded myself, can I get anything from this Settlement? 8. I was told it would cost me $10k to fix but since the engine failure was caused from the timing chain, I qualified for this lawsuit. After the Settlement becomes final, Class Members will be releasing Defendant and related people and entities from all of the claims described and identified in Section VII.A of the Settlement Agreement. Forget about a RECALL, duh-but where is the moral obligation to maintain safety for the drivers?? Rust Consulting..877-625-9449.. look them up on Better Business Bureau complaints.. seems they have a habit of trying to get out of paying! Paul, I am in the same situation, as I am sure there are others. If I didnt exclude myself from the Settlement, can I sue later? BMW Settles on Timing Chain Class Action Lawsuit On November 17, 2017, people filed yet another class action lawsuit against BMW concerning an engine defect. Only had 86000 miles and Im just catching wind of this lawsuit. Id rather have not known about it at all. I understand it takes time, but at this point come on! We got the denial letter too, our x3 had 100,250 miles on it when it let loose. Thanks for the update. I have had the same problem with my 2012 528i, last week my car stopped and the message Drivetrain Malfunction, had the car towed to the dealership, the service mgr called and said there was lead in the engine oil and it would cost $10,000 for a refurbish engine or $17,000 a a new engine. Im still waiting on a response from an email last week. Im skeptical of the same problem happening with a replacement motor. As I stated before, I initially sent a copy of the receipt that BMW gave me when purchased the new engine. Repairs. lol! Can you send me the e-mail where you made contact with them? new Engine and new Turbo. and have had no reply, nothing? Got a letter today saying they never got documentation saying what the mileage was on the vehicle. Did you get in contact with them by email or phone? I spoke with one of the attorneys today. My 2012 BMW 328 I had an engine problem this month of September do I still Qualify for a reimbursement I have a receipt from my Mechanic. They denied my claiming saying that I didnt show proof of the transaction. They are playing games and Im more pissed off than before. Gelis, et al. We currently anticipate the reprocessing of Claims will begin within the next week and take approximately 45-60 days to complete. Apologies for any confusion from my previous comment. I have the Claim Form completed but when my engine failed it had 107,605 miles on it. More details are in the Settlement Agreement. I somehow made it to the dealership down the street from my house and it died right in the parking lot. If these items fail, the complaint alleged, it could lead to sudden engine failure and loss of power. administrator or law firm. Westwood, NJ 07675. The receipt that I sent in initially was from BMW which showed that payment was made and that is what I sent them. Please add me I filled out paperwork never heard anything back. The mail was signed for but I have yet to receive anything let alone a check. The documents submitted include proof of payment for $2,000.00 but not for the $5,500.00 balance due on the invoice. Unlimited access to New Jersey Law Journal, Access to additional free ALM publications, 1 free article* across the ALM subscription network every 30 days, Exclusive discounts on ALM events and publications. Exactly $13,009 mine, however only had less than 80k miles on it at the time. Boy o boy do I hope Im wrong. I emailed info@timingchainmodulesettlement.com several times. February 28, 2021 Big Law Trademark Suit Hints at Rising Trend, New Jersey or Connecticut? Ive consulted an attorney here in Alabama. Reimbursement Program: You may be eligible for full or partial reimbursement of costs for repairing or replacing one failed timing chain module, one failed oil pump drive chain module, or replacing one failed engine if damaged due to a failure of the timing chain or oil pump drive chain modules, per VIN, per owner/lessee if the replacement occurred before the Effective Date and prior to the earlier of the first 8 years or 100,000 miles of the Class Vehicles in-service date (whichever comes first). Just to be safe, I am going to mail a copy of the receipt as instructed in the letter they sent today. You would think they would let you know if they received the claim and if it was complete, Email: I am with you I will NEVER buy another BMW the worst car EVER! I sold my BMW with a blown engine from a bad timing chain. After all On march 13 while I was driving on NJ Route 18 north My car started giving a message saying Engine Oil pressure Low and within 2 -3 minutes Car completely stopped. I have yet to be hear anything from anyone. You can object only if you stay in the Settlement. 7 Evergreen Lane OR get rid of the car! After replacing my engine paid out of pocket 2 years ago my bmw is down again for another engine problem. You can also speak with your own lawyer, should you have one, about this Settlement. 103 Eisenhower Parkway The cover over engine melted one day sz md yhey wouldnt take responsibility. I just sent an email to info@timingchainmodulesettlement.com hopefully I can get some answers. Eight named plaintiffs from across the country say the N20 and N26 engines in certain models of BMW vehicles have defects that could cause faulty performance and engine failure. I have experienced my motor being locked up on my 2014 X3 because of the engine oil pressure. we all need to stick together and contact The Bar Association in New Jersey. I dont understand how it could possibly take months upon months to review this information. 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