This is super frustrating as we have no answers & no status updates- nothing. Im honestly so fed up & disappointed. I had the same thing happen to me. I emailed info@timingchainmodulesettlement.com several times. I then asked what I needed to do regarding the lawsuit to ensure that I receive my money back for the engine and I was told that I didnt need to do anything and that they would handle everything for me. I am so frustrated. Engines are only eligible for reimbursement if they were damaged due to a failure of the timing chain or oil pump drive chain modules. 7,000 miles later a new engine! Also, do you all remember the exact wording regarding submitting receipts as proof of payment? They are finding all kinds of reasons to deny payment and its not right. h. The part(s) description and part(s) numbers used in the repair; and We appreciate your ongoing patience. OR get rid of the car! Correction to my above comment: I said they are sending out claim-rejection letters allowing for a written appeal. I waited for a nothing. The Settlement Agreement is available HERE. I have a 2013 528I ( Drive train ) went out and couldnt get it repair due to lost of employment. I also got a response to my email stating the same. Ive drained my accounts with repairs on this car- would really be a help to see something back as a reimbursement!! I am only now finding out about the lawsuit and that my car qualifies for a replacement. The Call Center is of no use. Worst car ownership experience ever. service records from before and after the repair or replacement; and Remember: you are submitting your claimunder penalty of perjury. At this time we do not have a date when payments will be issued. Is the BMW Valvetronic component included in this? I have gave them all oil changes. I had to do the same thing- exactly with the receipt. Received letter and my model is on list of effected cars. I never receive a letter or anything in mail about things that could have gotten repair.Well, I have driver BMW cars and trucks over 25 yrs. Class Members have until Jan. 19, 2021, to object to or exclude themselves from the BMW timing chain class action settlement. Hoping for a recall, then I may qualify for reimbursement.. Accordingly, you should contact another attorney immediately if you decide to move forward with a lawsuit. Like was said, good rip off report, or better business bureau. But, Im happy! Good luck! I sent an email yesterday to that timing chain settlement.com email address will see IF & when I get a response. 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. This could go on forever. I sent all receipts, bank statements and everything they asked for since day one. I have not received anything since Feb 2022 stating the process was in progress and a check or denial letter will be sent. Proof of ownership. lol! I did not have the money to repair it so I got rid of the car. Unreal . settlement administrator or your attorney for any updates regarding Bmw should pay for replacement. I have been waiting two years. Objecting is simply telling Judge Waldor that you dont like something about the Settlement. 2:17-cv-07386 (the Action). This is soooo wrong. Having it will allow you to pay debts, transfer assets to beneficiaries and otherwise manage the affairs of the estate. What do we need to do to file against Rust/BMW? Not a darn email or mail notification. Honestly if you received payment LUCKY other than that dont wait anymore. But you may sue, continue to sue, or be part of a different lawsuit against Defendant in the future, including for claims that this Settlement resolves. Evidence of adherence to regular oil changes in accordance with the Class Vehicles Condition Based Service Indicator. I dont understand how it could possibly take months upon months to review this information. Rehabilitation process and resolve unpaid claims and other administrative issues of the Plan. I will email the VP as well. This is the worst process Ive ever gone through. This notice will state an unsecured creditor must present their claim before the 121st day after it gets notice. I have a BWM X1 2015 and Im having issue with my timing chain. No. And I havent heard not one thing from any of the team thats in charge. although they were appointed by the courts they had alot of complaints. I will never buy another BMW. repair, as evidenced by a repair order with vehicle mileage from the entity that performed the repair or replacement, or Which was completely contrary from what I was told . I can see in the comments some have contacted or been in some form of communication with SOMEONE but who? I have also submitted my claim and all the required documents and have not received any payment, rejection or request for any further information. They are over priced and not reliable And we are having a hard time getting reimbursed for our expenses. Depends, file with the National Hwy Association to get them to do a recall, and your car will be covered. BMW of North America has agreed not to object to or oppose Class Counsels application for an award of attorneys fees, inclusive of costs, expenses, and Settlement Class Representative Services Payments up to $1,500,000 in the aggregate. Of course my vehicle has more than 100, 000 miles and I am in a battle with BMW now because a representative told me that I qualified for the one time benefit of having my car repaired. The mail was signed for but I have yet to receive anything let alone a check. And my car just gave up on me. You can object only if you stay in the Settlement. The letter also says that in order to have the right in future, to participating in any BMW settlement I have to exclude myself from the present claim. We should all contact the Bar Association in New Jersey. Ive consulted an attorney here in Alabama. FILED BY PLAINTIFF SILVA, Congrats, Hi Frank, we resubmitted back in 11/21. On this forum looks like 3 to 4 ppl said they receive payment. We may get some money but not what we are really entitled to. I took out another car loan because I needed to get to work. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_4" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Please note: Top Class Actions is not a settlement Not a damn thing. I submitted my 2, and the affidavit AND another one that was from the year before (just to be safe). expected to be mailed out. $13,131.00 for new engine that failed at 73,000 miles. This website is operated and maintained by the Settlement Administrator. that reports on class action lawsuits, class action settlements, The reimbursement program provides between 40% and 100% reimbursement for vehicle repairs depending on the mileage of the vehicle at the time of service. There are so many of us that can still be in danger of losing their lives if the belt snap while driving on the highway. The lawyers got paid a huge lump sum. Timing chain guide and tension bolt needs repair quoted $8600 from the dealer and 19000 for engine replacement! My car have had all the problems that was talk about but, wasnt put on my paperwork from BMW till after my miles when pass the time to fix. I was never informed of this law suit and I had a 100, 000 inspection in October 2021. My mechanic repaired what he thought was the problem and 2 days later my car died leaving me stranded on the highway. Pathetic. If you got $3K in the mail and you don't know why, it's probably a scam, a mistake, and/or not really a check. I submitted ALL of my service records last December,I received a letter yesterday stating that I need to show proof of regular oil changes. SHAME ON THE DEALER AND SHAME ON BMW FOR FAILURE TO NOTIFY. This is how they make there money off of people like us. I think we should file a lawsuit against both Rust Consulting and BMW. We cannot make a determination on the validity of your claim until your documents has been reviewed and the claim validation process has been completed. They started sending out checks in late March/2022. exploded cheap plastic guard destroyed my engine..shame on BMW I never expected to see that money ever again! You may get something to recover your loss. 12. Class Counsel answered any questions Judge Waldor may have had. I just submitted a claim to them. This is the exact email I received yesterday ; They want us to give up. How do I know if I am part of the Settlement? 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. So they said I needed the last 3 before the date of the incident (car repair). I wrote to the class action law firm last night and will call today to see what I need to do to make sure Im covered. I will NEVER buy a BMW. 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. This is crazy- Why didnt they ask for all this info when they mailed me the claim form last march???? then in 2018, with 85,000 miles on the car, my engine blew in a very dangerous location on a highway with no warming. Yes, my engine in my 2012 528i failed due to this same issue and I had to replace the turbo as well. Everyone needs to call the Minnesota attorney generals office and we might should consider pooling it and getting our own representation because obviously this is not working.. dont give up. Your lawyer should prepare and mail these notices. I sent my paperwork in March and have received nothing from them what number did you call if you dont mind me asking or even an email will work. Its been over a yr since they reached a settlement.it should not take this long to contact us I feel like there dragging there feet and making millions mean while off of the intrest from 92 million. Everyone is already in a pickle. Im going to be SO pissed if nothing ever comes to fruition with this! NAGEL RICE LLP, Christopher J. Dalton and now three more months. Id rather have not known about it at all. They said I didnt prove enough oil changes. The first defect affectsthe primary, or timing, chain, which coordinates the crankshaft, camshafts and cylinder valves. When was the denial received? Ive had numerous engine problems since I bought it new in 2013. Very few Like me received an email and 3 from this forum received payment. Apparently they were looking for the actual credit card receipt- not just the invoice showing my name, the amounts, the transaction, etc UGHH! Get on it now! My car had 101,000 so they wouldnt take my case. Reimbursement are getting process. In many states, a typical probate and estate administration process will take up to one to two years from the date of the decedent's death. Artem V. Gelis, Bhawar Patel, Robert McDonald, James V. Olson, Gregory Heyman, Susan Heyman, Debra P. Ward, Darrian Stovall, Alex Martinez, Amanda Gorey, Chris Williams, Ashok Patel, Kenneth Gagnon, Michael Cerny, Maria Meza, Andre Malske, Nicole Guy, David Richardson, Stacey Turner, and Eric T. Zinn, the people who sued, are called the Plaintiffs, and the company that was sued, BMW of North America, LLC, is called the Defendant.. I agree, i dont we getting that money honestly. On 9/15 they sent me another email (in response to more emails from me asking for a status), and they advised they received my additional documentation and that the claim was submitted for re-processing. and have had no reply, nothing? It cost me 13,000 for a new engine and turbo. And when to expect a check? I just spoke with attorney and they said checks would go out in 2 weeks. You are kidding, right? If not I would be pissed off.. seem fishy to me. Complete the front side of the form and file it with the Petition for Probate. WTF is going on. I filed a complaint with the BBB tonight against Rust Consulting. I just paid out 13,000.00 for a new engine and turbo. Letters Testamentary is an official court document that bestows the authority to act on behalf of the decedents estate. I too have not received any contact at all! The lawyer working on our case sucks too. 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