MB bluetec lawsuit in USA
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SO the area warranty rep says the I now need to go through the MBUSA Bluetech Settlement entity which doesn't make sense since its clearly MBUSA extended warranty work. Reached out to that entity awaiting reply.
Meanwhile the dreaded check engine light popped back on and now the EGR temp sensor was showing faulty. Replaced that and 2 weeks later check engine light is back on. Same code. Been driving it and it faulted 3 more times. Hope it doesnt go into limp mode.
Kind of wishing I just left things alone at this point since the new NOX sensors etc seem to have brought a new set of problems.
Meanwhile the dreaded check engine light popped back on and now the EGR temp sensor was showing faulty. Replaced that and 2 weeks later check engine light is back on. Same code. Been driving it and it faulted 3 more times. Hope it doesnt go into limp mode.
Kind of wishing I just left things alone at this point since the new NOX sensors etc seem to have brought a new set of problems.
I opted out the settlement mainly because MB historically dishonor their own warranty. Need attorney to deal with them.
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I had my E250 modified a while back. It developed a rattling sound and it spewed smoke during the DPF regeneration cycle. I brought it back and the dealer "fixed" it for free.
The rattle has returned, and the car spewed smoke again tonight during the DPF regen. Back to the dealer again tomorrow.
Frustrating because the car was perfect before they touched it.
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The rattle has returned, and the car spewed smoke again tonight during the DPF regen. Back to the dealer again tomorrow.
Frustrating because the car was perfect before they touched it.
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I had my E250 modified a while back. It developed a rattling sound and it spewed smoke during the DPF regeneration cycle. I brought it back and the dealer "fixed" it for free.
The rattle has returned, and the car spewed smoke again tonight during the DPF regen. Back to the dealer again tomorrow.
Frustrating because the car was perfect before they touched it.
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The rattle has returned, and the car spewed smoke again tonight during the DPF regen. Back to the dealer again tomorrow.
Frustrating because the car was perfect before they touched it.
/
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I do NOT believe this is some flaw in the what Mercedes is doing. This is nothing more than a sloppy dealer repair.
This is the second time I've brought the car back for the same issue. I hope they get it this time.
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Last edited by mfab; Oct 27, 2021 at 10:36 PM.
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I asked the MB settlement administrator regarding the timing of the receipt of checks, since I would prefer to receive it next year, and their response is as follows:
Thank you for your email. Claims Processing has just begun. We do not have specific payment dates at this time. Please continue to check the Settlement Website for updates.
Class Members should consult their personal tax advisor for assistance regarding any tax ramifications of these Class Action Settlements.Regards,
MB Blue Tec Settlement
mbbluetecsettlement.com
Toll-free: 1-877-313-0170
Thank you for your email. Claims Processing has just begun. We do not have specific payment dates at this time. Please continue to check the Settlement Website for updates.
Class Members should consult their personal tax advisor for assistance regarding any tax ramifications of these Class Action Settlements.Regards,
MB Blue Tec Settlement
mbbluetecsettlement.com
Toll-free: 1-877-313-0170
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I asked the MB settlement administrator regarding the timing of the receipt of checks, since I would prefer to receive it next year, and their response is as follows:
Thank you for your email. Claims Processing has just begun. We do not have specific payment dates at this time. Please continue to check the Settlement Website for updates.
Class Members should consult their personal tax advisor for assistance regarding any tax ramifications of these Class Action Settlements.Regards,
MB Blue Tec Settlement
mbbluetecsettlement.com
Toll-free: 1-877-313-0170
Thank you for your email. Claims Processing has just begun. We do not have specific payment dates at this time. Please continue to check the Settlement Website for updates.
Class Members should consult their personal tax advisor for assistance regarding any tax ramifications of these Class Action Settlements.Regards,
MB Blue Tec Settlement
mbbluetecsettlement.com
Toll-free: 1-877-313-0170
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2024 EQB 300
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If you are waiting until next year bc of tax reasons I think the correct way to handle it is a reduction of basis not income. Did they say the $ is coming as a 1099 Misc Income?
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They did not mention a 1099 Misc. While I can ask them, I bet the service rep has no clue about their potential tax reporting, especially anything in box 3 of the 1099 misc.
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R350
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I may be naive, but I don't understand why you think it would be taxable. They're only giving you back some of the money you gave them (or someone else) when you purchased the car. Only if you deducted the purchase price would return of part of it be a taxable event (IMNSHO).
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Originally Posted by Steven Gu;[url=tel:8439730
8439730[/url]]will lemon law apply here? Probably reach out to the attorney office for the settlement .
I opted out the settlement mainly because MB historically dishonor their own warranty. Need attorney to deal with them.
I opted out the settlement mainly because MB historically dishonor their own warranty. Need attorney to deal with them.
not wise to go against the feds from a business perspective.
but maybe management at Mercedes Benz is that stupid who knows.
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It's not taxable as I have gone through the VW Settlement for nearly $28,000 USD and never paid any taxes on that amount, nor did I receive any documentation related to IRS/Income tax for that amount.
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R class no approved AEM yet
I just checked the update website, AEM still not available for R class. It seems the AEM thing is so shaddy either EPA refuse to approve it or MB can't come up with a feasible one.
It takes longer time than inventing Covid vaccine!
It takes longer time than inventing Covid vaccine!
Last edited by Steven Gu; Nov 10, 2021 at 12:09 AM.
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Did you read the part under EMC 5 where the R-class is that says "Expected to be available on or around February 2022, after approval"? Before the mod is approved, each and every affected vehicle model needs to be tested for 10,000 miles. MB sold very few R-class cars and even fewer R-class diesels, so the R-class is going to be near the end of the campaign.
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I read more about it on Sprinter forum as there is way more Sprinter bluetecs in USA than any other bluetecs.
Sounds like combination of additional problems with AEM and Covid-related shortages, made shortage of pats, - mostly Nox sensors and some dealers have waiting list several months long.
I still have 1 E needing AEM, but I am not in hurry.
Sounds like combination of additional problems with AEM and Covid-related shortages, made shortage of pats, - mostly Nox sensors and some dealers have waiting list several months long.
I still have 1 E needing AEM, but I am not in hurry.
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I read more about it on Sprinter forum as there is way more Sprinter bluetecs in USA than any other bluetecs.
Sounds like combination of additional problems with AEM and Covid-related shortages, made shortage of pats, - mostly Nox sensors and some dealers have waiting list several months long.
I still have 1 E needing AEM, but I am not in hurry.
Sounds like combination of additional problems with AEM and Covid-related shortages, made shortage of pats, - mostly Nox sensors and some dealers have waiting list several months long.
I still have 1 E needing AEM, but I am not in hurry.
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I thought you opted out of the settlement and were going to sue them, so why are you still trolling here? If you opted out, you're not getting the AEM anyway...
Did you read the part under EMC 5 where the R-class is that says "Expected to be available on or around February 2022, after approval"? Before the mod is approved, each and every affected vehicle model needs to be tested for 10,000 miles. MB sold very few R-class cars and even fewer R-class diesels, so the R-class is going to be near the end of the campaign.
Did you read the part under EMC 5 where the R-class is that says "Expected to be available on or around February 2022, after approval"? Before the mod is approved, each and every affected vehicle model needs to be tested for 10,000 miles. MB sold very few R-class cars and even fewer R-class diesels, so the R-class is going to be near the end of the campaign.
Thanks for the info, the update website still states expected Q4 2021, so MB is not even serious about updating info...
The attachment A stated that 15 items are proposed to be modified during AEM for R class!!!
The lawyer is in process of mediation with MB. But to get cash settlement later on, need AEM anyway.
Last edited by Steven Gu; Nov 10, 2021 at 05:06 PM.
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Curious, have any of you been paid a dime from a settlement supposedly finalized in July? I don't understand why the court is not enforcing the agreement. The court does not appear to be doing it's job and sure hope the attorneys are not being paid. Because if they have been paid that explains why the rest of us haven't. I suspect that JND is really working for MB and is dragging this out.
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Curious, have any of you been paid a dime from a settlement supposedly finalized in July? I don't understand why the court is not enforcing the agreement. The court does not appear to be doing it's job and sure hope the attorneys are not being paid. Because if they have been paid that explains why the rest of us haven't. I suspect that JND is really working for MB and is dragging this out.
