PRACTICE AREA
Automotive Litigation
Keller Rohrback is renowned for its success in representing consumers and governments in high-stakes, complex litigation involving automotive defects and misrepresentations.
At Keller Rohrback, we advocate for consumers and governments impacted by defective vehicles, deceptive business practices, and unlawful industry tactics. Our automotive litigation team works to hold automakers accountable for their bad business practices, helping affected vehicle owners and lessees pursue compensation and justice.
Courts regularly appoint our nationally recognized attorneys to plaintiffs’ leadership teams for automotive class actions, including numerous actions consolidated in multidistrict litigation.
These cases reflect our firm’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety of drivers, passengers, their vehicles, and the environment.
Produt Defects
Defective vehicle components can lead to dangerous malfunctions and costly repairs. Our firm represents consumers affected by:
- Engine Issues – Problems such as excessive oil consumption, transmission failures, or premature engine failure.
- Safety Hazards – Defects that pose risks, including unintended acceleration, spontaneous fires, and roof collapse concerns.
- Component Failures – Issues affecting essential parts like sunroofs, headlights, brakes, dashboards, and more.
Consumer Fraud
Automakers and dealerships have a responsibility to provide accurate information about their vehicles. When they engage in misleading practices, consumers suffer financial and safety consequences. Common fraud-related claims include:
- Misrepresentation – False or exaggerated claims about a vehicle’s performance, fuel efficiency, or safety features.
- Failure to Disclose – Concealing known defects or systemic problems, leaving buyers unaware of potential risks.
Antitrust Violations
Unfair business practices in the automotive industry can limit consumer choices and drive up prices. We handle cases involving:
- Price Fixing – Automakers or parts manufacturers colluding to artificially inflate costs.
Public Nuisance Cases
Claims involving widespread issues that pose risks to public safety, such as the Hyundai and Kia vehicle theft epidemic caused by security vulnerabilities.
