It has been announced that compensation will be available for victims who have had problems with Vauxhall Zafira engines spontaneously setting on fire.
More than 234,000 vehicles have been recalled since the problems emerged in September 2013, and reports have now confirmed that a second recall has been put in place for further work to be done on the affected vehicles.
Owners are set to receive letters confirming the details to the second recall, and compensation is said to be available for people who have suffered as a result of what’s happened.
News reports from the BBC have confirmed that London Fire Brigade figures have shown 14 call-outs this year alone for Vauxhall Zafira fires, which is double previous figures prior to the news. There have been reports of injuries caused by the fires, and anyone affected may be entitled to claim for personal injury compensation as a result of what’s happened.
Fires have reportedly started spontaneously and quickly which has put lives at serious risk. It’s a scary thought – just being in a car that suddenly sets on fire! As a firm who have and are acting for thousands of victims of car recalls and car defects, you have rights, and our lawyers can help you.
The second recall is said to be for additional work following what Vauxhall have called “improper repairs” meaning vehicles that have been repaired may still be at risk now; another very serious concern…
If you have been affected by the recall and have suffered as a result of a fire then we can assist with no win, no fee representation. Feel free to contact us 0800 634 7575 for help and advice.