Volvo Emissions Compensation Claims

Since the Volkswagen “dieselgate” scandal hit the headlines in 2015, many of the major carmakers have come under suspicion regarding the use of allegedly illegal software to cheat emissions tests. The allegations against Volkswagen surrounded the alleged installation of defeat devices in diesel vehicles in order to disguise the excessive production of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions, and litigation has since proven that a number of allegations have been founded. Volvo is one of the companies we are also investigating, as allegations may mean that the affected owners could be eligible to make Volvo emissions compensation claims, if allegations are proven to be founded.

As pioneers of diesel emissions litigation in England and Wales, we were one of the first firms to bring claims against Volkswagen on behalf of our clients, and we played a role in initiating High Court proceedings against the manufacturer in early 2016. We want to ensure that any car manufacturers who may be responsible for allegedly cheating emissions are held to account, which is why we are taking on several group actions.

To ensure that as many people as possible can access the justice they deserve, we are offering No Win, No Fee compensation claims to all eligible claimants. Carmakers continue to strongly deny claims being made, so we intend to get to the bottom of the investigations at hand.

The allegations against Volvo

The allegations of Volkswagen’s deceit had not long been made before Volvo became the subject of allegations about emissions. Independent research reportedly suggested that Volvo was among several manufacturers whose diesel cars may be producing much higher levels of NOx when tested in usual driving conditions, as opposed to typical testing settings.

Since then, DUH, a German environmentalist group, accused Volvo of using defeat devices in its diesel vehicles, alleging that they had discovered illegalities. According to DUH’s claims, certain Volvo SUVs can reportedly release as much as 12-times the NOx volumes permitted by EU legislation.

Bringing Volvo diesel emissions compensation claims

There is still more investigation to be done to establish exactly how we may be able to bring Volvo emissions compensation claims, since allegations are being denied. But the primary basis of our case will likely be the alleged deceit of manufacturers and authorised dealerships who may have been complicit in such activities, if allegations are proven to be true.

Ultimately, if Volvo diesel car owners have been misled about the emissions output of their cars upon purchase, any alleged deceit involved could make claimants eligible to recover thousands of pounds in compensation.

For Volvo emission compensation claims, there may be additional legislation that is relevant to the case. For example, the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations could enable claimants to recover between 25-100% of the original purchase price of their vehicle, where applicable, if cheating or deception is founded.

Claiming with Your Lawyers

Your Lawyers has played a key role in getting diesel emissions litigation underway in England and Wales, and we were appointed to the Steering Committee responsible for overseeing the Group Litigation Order (GLO) involving VW. Our unique experience in this area of law has equipped us with the insight and skills necessary to bring emissions claims to fruition.

If you own or have previously owned a Volvo diesel vehicle manufactured between 2007 and 2020, you may be eligible to make a diesel emissions compensation claim. You can use our online form today to confirm your eligibility and join the fight for justice if allegations are proven to be true.