A settlement in Canada has been reached with Volkswagen to resolve allegations of issues with primary engine coolant pumps in certain 2008-2021 Volkswagen and Audi vehicles.

Merchant Law Group LLP said: “Volkswagen completely denies any and all wrongdoing or liability, however its motivation in reaching the settlement is to ensure customer satisfaction and confidence in its vehicles.”

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The parties agreed to settle the class actions in Canada on a without prejudice or admission basis, by way of mutual concessions. The settlement was approved by the Court on December 1, 2023.

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