JAGUAR & LAND ROVER DESIGN DEFECT RESULTS IN ENGINE FAILURE
Investigation of Defective Coolant System Part in Jaguar & Land Rover Vehicles (2013-2017)
Our firm is actively investigating a potential design defect claim against Jaguar and Land Rover concerning vehicles produced between 2013 and 2017. The focus of this inquiry is a defective part located in the coolant system, referred to as the transfer pipe, Y-pipe, or cross-engine transfer pipe.
In 2013, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) replaced the original metal transfer pipe with a fused plastic part. While the use of bonded plastic components may be standard in other vehicles, JLR’s aluminum engines are particularly vulnerable to catastrophic failure when paired with this inferior design. When the plastic pipe ruptures—often while the vehicle is traveling at high speeds—it dumps hot coolant onto the aluminum engine. This sudden coolant release leads to severe damage, including warped engine heads and the disintegration of head gaskets. In some cases, the steering column may also lock up, compounding the danger.
Despite knowing about the defect, JLR did not issue a recall or notify owners. Instead, they only addressed the issue after customers reported a “coolant low” warning. JLR's response has been to charge owners exorbitant fees for diagnostics and repairs, often pushing them toward purchasing a new engine at a cost of up to $32,000.
If you or someone you know has experienced these issues or possesses knowledge about this defect, we encourage you to contact us. We are gathering critical information from individuals affected by this dangerous flaw as part of our investigation. Your experience can help hold JLR accountable and potentially save others from catastrophic harm.
Reach out to us today to share your story and assist in this crucial investigation.
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Understanding Product Design Defects in Texas
Product liability law in Texas provides a legal framework for individuals and entities to seek compensation for injuries or damages caused by defective products. Among the various types of product defects, design defects are particularly significant because they pertain to the inherent flaws in the product's design, making the entire line of products potentially hazardous. This white paper explores the elements of a design defect claim in Texas, who may bring such a claim, and provides an illustrative case to contextualize these principles.
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Attention Texas Jaguar and Land Rover Owners
Christiansen Legal is researching potential product liability claims related to design defects in Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles.
If you've experienced a defect affecting your safety or causing damage, we want to hear from you.
We're in the infomration gathering stage, focused on how these defects impact drivers.
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