Here we are, October 28th and I have heard nothing else. I havent receive anything yet nor a email this is ridiculous. that reports on class action lawsuits, class action settlements, Do whatever you can. We currently anticipate the reprocessing of Claims will begin within the next week and take approximately 45-60 days to complete. We have received and reviewed your additional documentation. There are applicable statutes of limitations which may currently be running. Requests for exclusion from the Settlement must have been postmarked by January 19, 2021. Good luck! What can I do? my question is: wouldnt a BMW authorized dealership do this very specific repair , removing a cheap plastic brittle guard BEFORE selling it to a consumer?? They are playing games and Im more pissed off than before. I wish I never even knew about it to be honest. There are several forms of relief available under the BMW timing chain settlement, including a reimbursement program and a prospective repair program. We may get some money but not what we are really entitled to. Honestly expecting the worst at this point. My 2013 x3 engine just expired and need new engine, dealer said it was the timing chain. How long does it for an update? My 2014 BMW 528i just experienced this issue for the very first time on March 7th. Inc. info@timingchainmodulesettlement.com and good luck. You will get a check if you never got a denial for more documentation everyone who filed should have gotten this email. Rust got paid a huge lump sum, and we got dumped on with lies and false promises. After all I emailed last week for a status. 21. Im done. Theyve told us so many times checks should be going out first week of X, then first week of insert another month.,,, and now theyre still just in the claims review process?!! service records from before and after the repair or replacement; and UPDATE: received 2nd email. then-silence.. Thats Awesome! If youre unsure if you qualify, pleaseread the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrators website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is nota Settlement Administrator). who know! Class Members have until Jan. 19, 2021, to object to or exclude Is there anything or anywhere I can go to get some coverage from the class action lawsuit about timing chain problem. If I didnt exclude myself from the Settlement, can I sue later? I am going to file a complaint with the BBB and some more. I hope all works out for the best that got claims in on time. I am attempting to submit this form online but do not know this number. Save your receipts and file with the National Hwy Association to get them to do a recall and your car will be covered. Can they do that though? This is crazy- Why didnt they ask for all this info when they mailed me the claim form last march???? Can any please tell me if this lawsuit is settled. Same here!! 36281 (Aug. 27, 1976)). Sick games. They gonna find a way to jam us all. They denied everyone. Also, people keep getting told different dates to expect payment or a letter. As part of the resolution of the Action, Class Counsel and BMW of North America have agreed that Class Counsel may apply for an award of attorneys fees, costs, expenses, and service payments for the twenty Class Representatives between $1,500,000 and $3,700,000 in the aggregate. I was one of the first to submit back in 2021 January. Do you guys know anyone who would take on this case? The lawyers got paid a huge lump sum. I am very disappointed. Still holding out hope that we get a reply one way or another. 2013 BMW X3. Had to replace the engine twice in 4 years because of the timing chain. I replaced an engine and a timing chain. Just to be safe, I am going to mail a copy of the receipt as instructed in the letter they sent today. So I sent them ALL the oil changes from day 1 and a copy of my registration as they said I didnt prove I owned the car. The only thing he was shocked about is that people have stated they received a payment because usually they send them out all together around the same time. Yes I paid over 7500.00 in the last couple years fixing the timing chain issues at Chapman BMW in AZ and it still leaks oil and smokes sometimes. just one thing after another after another. The Settlement Class includes all persons or entities (as of the Effective Date) in the United States, including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, who currently own or lease, or previously owned or leased, certain of the following U.S.-specification 2012-2015 model year BMW vehicles purchased or leased, and registered and operated in the United States, including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico: 6. My family and I are fortunate to be alive. I purchased a 2015 528 with approximately 70000 miles now on the vehicle. After spending 5k for engine replacement at BMW dealership the Transmission just failed last night stranding my son on his drive back to college. So I contacted BMW the next day and got a copy of the receipt which showed the credit card that was used to include the date, authorization and transaction numbers etc. I have experienced my motor being locked up on my 2014 X3 because of the engine oil pressure. Im wondering if this would be included in this class action. This notice will state an unsecured creditor must present their claim before the 121st day after it gets notice. I only have 76K miles on it and have maintained the oil changes as I should. This is beyond ridiculous. ***Update I got my check!!!! Be in the know about services and certain products eligible for reimbursement for your FSA. Really??? This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Never again. My husband had his done and he pushed so hard that was 5 months ago plot twist I drove his car boom I could not stop the breaks it had a recall on the break pump I hit 3 ppl. I spent $4500 on that timing chain repair- would be nice to see some $ back! I feel like reaching out to them is a waste of time since every time they finally respond they just say 45-60 days. 10. You will not receive any of the reimbursement benefits described in Question 6 offered by this Settlement. So I was able to dig up the actual receipts & sent it over immediately. And when to expect a check? I dont know if timing chain was replaced. They responded within a week for me. They do not want to pay. Whats so damn hard! Why did they even send out the class action notice? Go to rust consulting is Better Business Bureau complaint website and you will see a totally different story from rust consulting. Terrible process and I hate BMW. That you will receive a check or a letter saying why you do not get reimbursed. I have sent my information back in Feb. Nothing. WE TOOK OUR 2013 X3 TO BE SERVICED DO TO AN MESSAGE REGARDING OIL LEVEL. Upset BIG MONEY WASTED (BMW). free executor of estate form. Can I exclude myself from this Settlement? Can you send me the e-mail where you made contact with them? I only had 60,000 miles on it. who knows! BMW dealer is charging me over $13,000 to get it fix. I had to pay out of pocket $14,867. The first defect affectsthe primary, or timing, chain, which coordinates the crankshaft, camshafts and cylinder valves. Your email address will not be published. I am definitely going to contact BMWs GC office to start. Would you please send me that email address so I can follow up as well.thank you. Any ideas why this process takes a while now? IF YOU FIND ONE PLEASE LET US KNOW. I have the Claim Form completed but when my engine failed it had 107,605 miles on it. Unreal . ERISA, issue information letters calling attention to established principles under ERISA, even though an advisory opinion was requested. Hoping for a recall, then I may qualify for reimbursement.. I never received any notices after submitting my claim so I submitted it twice, and never received a response. I hope the rest of you receive your money soon. WebTo view of a copy of the Claims Administrator Declaration, please click HERE To view of a copy of Plaintiffs' Letter to the Court Regarding the Kleckner Declaration, please click All reimbursements will be made according to the Reimbursement Chart below. if you have found any answers please reply to me. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page. after numerous calls. Seriously, the same freaking response. Our ability to file a case against Rust/BMW is dwindling down. Thank you Frank! There is no date of when the checks will be mailed out. Thanks for the UPDATE! Could you share the email address. I will NEVER buy a BMW. Keep in mind that the last email I received from them on 9/15/21 which also verified that they received my additional documentation told me that they were sent for re-processing & would take 45-60 days. The BMW dealership where my car has been sitting, keeps telling me that I need to wait for ppw. I have been waiting since January of 2021. BMW dealer charged $4700 to fix . Not for nothing, were getting no updates. 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. I am gonna print every email out and my proof of documents for fixing my engine twice but i reported 1 only. My car has only 62000 miles in it. Right? I feel like weve all been patient, but the case is settled, claims submission deadline has been closed- what is the hold up here? I day we get together and file another class action lawsuit since this one closed but they still have the audacity to sell this make and model without a recall, Im currently in the same boat! Former U.S. owners and lessees of the following vehicles: The settlement website notes that model years are not fully indicative of eligibility for the settlement. Hey all. In an estate with contested issues or lawsuits, the process may take years to settle and conclude probate. Received notice claim was received last year. Our incident just happen few weeks ago. Hi this just happened to me as well. My receipt from the BMW dealership show a payment of $5500 but because its not showing which credit card was used they are gong to deny my claim. Your lawyer should prepare and mail these notices. Well, has ANYONE received any checks in the mail yet? d. That your Settlement Class Vehicle had fewer than 8 years and 100,000 miles (whichever comes first) at the time of the I did receive my check, I will tell you it was under $2000, and I will tell you the check number from them was one of the first 25 checks. :). Its embarrassing and hopefully Ill be reimbursed for most of it. If so, after the May 30th deadline, how much longer should I expect to receive this ppw.? You better believe it. 7. I sent the invoice showing paid by card that the shop had given me. The mileage was on 3 documents I submitted them. What was I thinking. This is getting to be ridiculous. In order to benefit from the settlement, Class Members must file a valid claim form by March 18, 2021. At this point Im in shock were coming into the New Year and we have no resolution. Back in January, I was driving and a message engine oil level low had an oil change three days prior and also received same message in March. repair, as evidenced by a repair order with vehicle mileage from the entity that performed the repair or replacement, or Is this correct? I am still waiting. They said to contact them if nothing has been received by first week of September. Garcia replies back: The information was actually factual, and am not sure which part is considered BS. claims they are processing the claims BS. Yesterday and today?? Repairs performed at authorized BMW Centers will be reimbursed 100%, without any cap. We need to get moving on this. fight back its our money! It has been extremely difficult being carless for this amount of time with no rental options offered. The amount of money I have poured into this vehicle and they are playing games. Last I read, we were suppose to get our reimbursements first week of Sept. They finally determined after an initial rejection that I qualify for payment. Yes I had the same issue. Nope. Hopefully this week we will ALL receive a check in the email. I received the documents in the mail for my 2013 BMW 528I, i completed them and mailed them in with documents detailing engine replacement due to timing chain failure. Class Members are required to provide information about their vehicle including model, model year and VIN number. Yes dont do it, dont do the claim with them its a scam. Nothing from them yet :(, Same! Help really ? No. I just sent an email to info@timingchainmodulesettlement.com hopefully I can get some answers. Unfortunately I dont have thousands upon thousands to throw out towards car repairs, and that $5,400 was a big chunk for me to shell out. 2 emails Ive sent over the last 2 weeks- NO reply at all from them now. There was a court order / class action suit approved. Adobe Reader isfree and is required to view and print documents on this site. I agree with the others it was a scam to get all of us to join the lawsuit so they could get the money and keep it for themselves!!!! They told me the very same thing. Thank. 23. or get rid of the car, BMW will not own the issue if you are over the warranty limit! He basically said they would respond the same way to him ..He did say that he knows these things take wayyy to long to process so if your address changes you have to notify them. Remember: you are submitting your claimunder penalty of perjury. I am with you I will NEVER buy another BMW the worst car EVER! I dont know but It shouldnt take this long. Wow. I just replaced the engine in my 2013 528. I took out another car loan because I needed to get to work. the content you have visited before, Advertising: Gather personally identifiable information such as name and location, Advertising: Use information for tailored advertising with third parties, Advertising: Allow you to connect to social sites, Advertising: Identify device you are using. I think its a shame that the dealership knew about the lawsuit but, didnt say anything . Either that or sell it immediately. Its now going to be Feb 2022 soon, and I havent received an email response back from them in months. Do i still need to fill out forms i recieved from mail incase of future issue. What are the benefits of the Settlement? Claims will not be paid until all appeals are exhausted. In addition to this cap for independent service center repairs, reimbursements will be scaled to vehicle age and mileage as follows: Reimbursement Cap for Repair at BMW Center, Reimbursement Cap for Repair at Independent Service Center, Timing Chain Module/Oil Pump Drive Chain Module, Less than 70,000 miles and 7 years in service, 70,001 to 80,000 miles, or less than 70,000 miles but more than 7 years and less than 8 years in service, 80,001 to 90,000 miles and less than 8 years in service, 90,001 to 100,000 miles and less than 8 years in service, Over 100,000 miles or 8 years in service (whichever comes first), Covered by existing 7 year/70,000 mile Component Warranty Extension, 90,001 to 100,000 and less than 8 years in service, Over 100,000 miles or 8 years in service (whichever comes first). This settlement was closed in June. three weeks, four weeks? Everyone is already in a pickle. Still unacceptable information given in the email I received. The Call Center is of no use. Hingham, MA 02043 Id rather have not known about it at all. Same here! $4500 in repairs . That process can take a minimum of 45-60 days, we appreciate your patience. If you didnothing, you have given up the right to be part of any other lawsuit against BMW of North America about the legal claims released by the Settlement. Can you please add my case in your class action too? They so unprofessional they no better than bmw.i bet you the lawyers thats working on this case gets most of the money. I have a BWM X1 2015 and Im having issue with my timing chain. The mail was signed for but I have yet to receive anything let alone a check. That is good news!!!! how to avoid probate in utah. I mailed all the info needed to possibly receive a refund for my engine. shop; and I sent an email yesterday to that timing chain settlement.com email address will see IF & when I get a response. I filed all my paperwork and copies of expenses that I had to pay for my BMW X3 time changing and oil pump- then fuel pump- when I checked to see if my claim was entered, it states it was- I did this back in March- waiting for reimbursement- nothing yet ! c/o Rust Consulting 7080 NEVER AGAIN WILL I PURCHASE A BMW. Jen C. Wow its good to hear that someone has heard something.I sent all of my paper wrk in on time. There is no cap for repairs reimbursement if the repairs were done at a BMW center. So I reached out to them again because I wanted to confirm (via email) that they DID receive my additional info that I sent regarding the oil changes as well as the actual receipt (not just the invoice showing paid). Apologies for any confusion from my previous comment. But the decent approach would have been to send a notice allowing service BEFORE the part explodes!! I have not gotten it fixed yet bc its about $2500 If this lawsuit is won will this turn into a recall for those that have not gotten the timing chains fixed yet? (866) 411-6985, Gary S. Graifman I say we get together and file another class action lawsuit since this one closed but they still have the audacity to sell this make and model without a recall, Yes i agree but we need to use our own lawyers. My csr has never been right. We have to file a case against them soon. Hello, Thank you for the post about the BMW. we all need to stick together and contact The Bar Association in New Jersey. Im pissed off!!! I did receive my check and I can tell you it was under $2000. My car has been sitting at the dealership since. I hope i get some type of reimbursement. This is beyond insanity at this point. I have also moved and misplaced the older records. I can also tell you my check number was one of the 1st 25 checks. I am thinking about filing a complaint with the state attorney general I filed 2 years ago! I cant believe were sitting here December of 2021, and no payments, no answers this is ridiculous. i. I have gave them all oil changes. I took this mans word and waited a few weeks and decided that it would be best for me file the necessary settlement paperwork as a back up because I didnt feel comfortable not doing anything and taking the BMWs technician word that they would handle everything. I am so so sad no one will help! also there is a rip off page with complaints on them. NAGEL RICE, LLP Over 2,000 getting it fix before. I am so over the bull with BMW NA, unfortunately, they will only listen if a death has occurred. Really ? Gelis, et al. Claim Forms must have been submitted by June30, 2021. Thats is the exact same thing they told me 12000 miles. I cant believe we came this far, submitted all the documentation, and were now ending 2021 with no resolution. More recently they asked me to send proof of the repair/purchase, so i sent my bank statement CERTIFIED! I was just talking about this situation with someone and they advised me to have my attorney get involved. NOTE: Claims will not be paid until after the claim deadline passes. NAGEL RICE LLP, Christopher J. Dalton This is ridiculous ESPECIALLY if they have had this money since May. Did they ask for the records in the beginning when you filed your claim? I cant even begin to explain. Got a letter today saying they never got documentation saying what the mileage was on the vehicle. BMW of North America, which distributes and warrants BMW vehicles in the U.S., denies these allegations and stands behind and supports its products. I agree this is getting ridiculous now though WAY too long! 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