People who drive General Motors cars may soon get up to $12,000 from a $35 million settlement for engine problems. A simple check will tell if you are eligible.
that drivers could get a big payout equal to or greater than $12,000. This is because of a deal worth up to $35 million. People in the United States who are qualified for this settlement could get money in their bank accounts in the next few months.
Which General Motors vehicles are affected?
People who bought certain General Motors trucks are mostly affected by the deal. In particular, it affects people who bought a Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra diesel truck from a General Motors store in more than one state between 2011 and 2016.
- California
- Florida
- New York
- Pennsylvania
A claim said that these trucks had bad fuel pumps that caused the engines to break down badly. General Motors has not admitted that they did anything wrong, but they have decided to settle the claims.
Those who own one of these cars might want to see if they are eligible for this big payout. Keep up with the news so you don’t miss out on something that could make you a lot of money.
If you are a driver who has had fix costs that were not covered by your warranty, you may be able to get a settlement of $6,356 to $12,712.
Eligibility for Former General Motors Car Owners
You might still be able to get some of the settlement even if you no longer own a General Motors car. People who used to own the property could get $400 to $800.
The deadline for submitting your claims is likely to be in July of next year, so you have plenty of time.
How to Check Your Eligibility
Americans can check their eligibility by verifying their VIN online. Additional forms of proof include:
- A repair invoice
- Past bank account statements
Criteria to Receive a Share of the Settlement
For drivers to get a piece of the payment, they need to meet these three conditions:
- You must have bought a Silverado or GMC Sierra diesel truck between 2011 and 2016.
- One of these states must have been the one where the car was bought: California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, New York, Pennsylvania, or Texas.
- The deal had to happen between March 1, 2010, and September 13, 2024.