Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against General Motors for Defective Paint on Certain Models

General Motors is facing a class action lawsuit in the United States over allegations that some of its vehicles have defective paint that is prone to peeling, cracking, and delaminating. The impacted models include popular vehicles like the Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade.

Plaintiffs Seek Compensation for Damages and Repair Costs

The plaintiffs leading the lawsuit are seeking compensation for damages, fees, and repair costs associated with the defective paint on their vehicles. They claim that GM knowingly sold 2015-2020 models of the aforementioned vehicles with known paint issues.

Owners Express Disappointment Over Paint Problems

Many owners of these vehicles have expressed disappointment over the quality of the paint, stating that it can peel, crack, flake, bubble, erode, and experience microblistering on the clear coat. The plaintiffs argue that had they known about these issues beforehand, they may not have purchased the vehicles or would have paid less for them.

Seeking Justice Through Legal Action

The lawsuit is being led by four owners – Byron Lyman, Kelly McAteer, Jason Merkel, and Mark Volk – who are seeking to represent anyone in the U.S. who purchased or leased an impacted GM vehicle in California. They have sued GM for breach of warranty, unjust enrichment, fraud, and violations of state consumer laws. The plaintiffs are demanding a jury trial along with damages, fees, and costs.

GM’s Alleged Negligence

The lawsuit alleges that GM was aware of the paint issues with these vehicles but continued to sell them to consumers without addressing the problems. This alleged negligence has led to costly repairs for affected owners, with some estimates exceeding $10,000 for a full repaint.