2016-2019 GM Shift to Park Class Action Lawsuit

Riley v. General Motors LLC Case Information

• Case Number: 2:21-cv-00924
• Case Status: Case is Ongoing (Last Update: June 28, 2024)
• Court: United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio Eastern Division
• Filed: March 4, 2021

Mark Riley has filed a class action lawsuit against General Motors LLC, focusing on the “Shift to Park” defect. Riley alleges that certain GM vehicles contain a defect in their transmission control assembly, preventing the vehicles from detecting when they are in the “Park” position. This “Shift to Park” defect, according to the Plaintiff, has caused significant inconvenience and safety issues for vehicle owners. He seeks damages and an injunction to compel GM to address and fix this defect in all affected vehicles.

The Complaint

Riley’s Complaint claims that certain GM vehicles contain a defect in their transmission control assembly. This defect causes the vehicles to fail in detecting when they are in the “Park” position. As a result, the vehicles display a “Shift to Park” message, preventing drivers from shutting off and locking their cars properly. The affected vehicles include the 2017-2019 GMC Acadia, 2019 Chevrolet Blazer, 2016-2019 Chevrolet Malibu, 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volt.

Riley states that the defect significantly impairs the value, safety, and use of these vehicles. Drivers, including Riley, have had to resort to various methods to get the vehicle to recognize the “Park” position, such as wiggling the shifter and/or restarting the engine multiple times. Despite numerous complaints and service visits, GM has failed to provide a fix for the issue. The Plaintiff’s lawsuit seeks to represent all Ohio residents who own or lease these affected vehicles. He argues that GM’s conduct constitutes a breach of contract, breach of express and implied warranties, and a violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

Claims for Relief

Riley requests several forms of relief, including damages, restitution, and an injunction to prevent future sales of vehicles with this defect. He also seeks notification to class members about the defect and compensation for attorneys’ fees and costs. The lawsuit demands a jury trial to address these claims and ensure that affected consumers receive appropriate remedies for the issues caused by GM’s defective vehicles.

Legal Assistance

If you have experienced the “Shift to Park” defect in a General Motors LLC car, call us today at 855-301-2100 to inquire about joining the lawsuit.