As a brand owned by the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Group, Alfa Romeo has fallen under suspicion regarding the potential use of illegal defeat devices in its vehicles. Although the specific models have yet to be fully identified, it is believed that hundreds of thousands of FCA vehicles may have been affected by emissions irregularities. We are taking on Alfa Romeo emissions compensation claims on the basis of the current allegations of alleged deceitful practices.
The ‘dieselgate’ scandal first shook the world in 2015, when Volkswagen came under fire for the alleged use of illegal defeat devices, installed in the manufacturers to allow them to cheat emissions tests. As a result of our pioneering work, Volkswagen has now had a finding against it in the High Court of England and Wales.
We are now working tirelessly to ensure that as many affected vehicle owners as possible have a chance to claim the compensation that they deserve. If you own or have previously owned a potentially affected Alfa Romeo model, you may be able to join our action to fight for justice. They, as with other carmakers, deny that they have done anything wrong.
The allegations against Alfa Romeo
We are investigating a large number of FCA vehicles, including Alfa Romeo models, as it has been alleged that many may have been fitted with illegal defeat device technology. In essence, these devices are believed to be used to restrict emissions output during testing in order to comply with regulations, but the vehicles could then produce excessive emissions when on the road. In particular, it is believed that harmful NOx emissions may be being produced in high quantities by certain Alfa Romeo models.
In 2019, it emerged that FCA offices had been raided by several government authorities in the EU, searching for documents relating to allegations of emissions fraud. UK authorities are also understood to have conducted investigations in two related offices in London.
Meanwhile, in the US, hundreds of millions of pounds have been paid out to resolve FCA emissions claims. With such a huge US compensation pay-out, we believe that FCA may also have a lot to answer for in the UK.
Can I make an Alfa Romeo emissions compensation claim?
Though we have yet to confirm exactly which vehicles might be affected, we are currently taking on Alfa Romeo emissions compensation claims in respect of a number of models. If you own or previously owned an Alfa Romeo vehicle registered between 2007 and 2020, it is worth registering your details via our online form, as you may have a compensation claim to make.
We predict that we may be able to bring Alfa Romeo compensation claims on the basis of breach of contract because, if the allegations against the manufacturer are proven, customers may have been deceived regarding the emission output of their vehicles.
Moreover, as we have done in the Volkswagen emissions litigation, we may be able to apply the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations. If we can, eligible claimants may be able to recover up to 100% of the original purchase price of their vehicle.
Make your claim today
As pioneers of emissions litigation, we were the first firm that initiated High Court proceedings against Volkswagen in England and Wales. Using our expertise, we want to make sure all owners affected by diesel emissions scandals can access the justice they deserve, which is why we are offering No Win, No Fee representation to eligible claimants.
You can go to our online form today to find out whether you could be eligible to make a compensation claim.
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