Nissans

Nissan’s Innovative Variable Compression Engines Face Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Faults

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nissan is facing a class-action lawsuit concerning its variable compression engines, a technology praised for its potential fuel efficiency but now criticized by some owners for performance issues. The suit, filed in a California federal court, alleges that Nissan misrepresented the capabilities of its variable compression technology, which is featured in certain models, including the Nissan Altima and Infiniti QX50. Plaintiffs contend that the cars equipped with this engine suffer from persistent problems leading to reduced power and efficiency over time. Consumers claim they purchased the vehicles with the expectation of superior … Read more

Nissan’s Legal Battle: Failed Attempt to Recover Jury Award from Brake Parts Supplier Raises Questions

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New Orleans, Louisiana – Nissan’s attempt to recoup the jury award it paid to a brake parts supplier has been denied. The automaker had sought to recover the amount it paid to early supplier Robert Bosch LLC after being ordered by a jury to do so. However, a state appeals court in Louisiana rejected Nissan’s bid. In the initial case, a jury had determined that Bosch’s brake control systems were defective and that they had contributed to an accident that injured a passenger in a Nissan vehicle. The jury held Nissan responsible for the injuries … Read more