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Re-activateBMW and Bridgestone have settled a class-action lawsuit stemming from problems with the run-flat tires in 2006 and 2007 BMW 3 Series models. The issue concerns the factory-installed Bridgestone Turanza EL42 run-flat tires that exhibited irregular wear causing excessive road noise and needed to be replaced early (before 30,000 miles) due to premature or irregular wear. The suit argues that BMW and Bridgestone should've been aware of the defects. Both companies have denied the problem.
The agreement, which was accepted in New Jersey federal court, ends a 2008 class-action lawsuit and awards members of the settlement class a full refund for the purchase of replacement tires if they were needed before 10,000 miles. If the tire wear occurred beyond 10,000 miles up through 30,000 miles, the reimbursement amount will be reduced to 50 percent or less.
According to Automotive News, Bridgestone estimates the potential class at about 125,000 owners. Claim forms for reimbursement can be submitted by November 8, 2010.
For more details on the lawsuit, go to the settlement Website.
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