BMW
TINA.org found automaker engaging in deceptive made in USA marketing for 2023 X range vehicles.
Cornering Lights in 2021 BMW 430i Vehicles
Case Name (Date)
Porter et al v. BMW of North America, LLC
21-cv-11316, D.N.J.
(May 2021)
Product/Service
2021 BMW 430i and 430i xDrive vehicles
Allegations
Falsely marketing that vehicles have “cornering lights”
Status
Pending
Legal Action
Class-Action Tracker
Tires on New BMW Vehicles
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing tires as “performance tires”
Connected Drive/BMW Assist
Allegations: Failing to disclose that the systems use 3G technology and will not operate when 3G is phased out
BMW X5 and 355d Diesel Vehicles
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing diesel vehicles as clean and environmentally friendly
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