USDC, Southern District of New York
CPM represented a number of individuals in a class action lawsuit against General Motors for installing a dangerous ignition switch in over 6 million vehicles from 2003 to 2011. The ignition switch defect caused the engine motor to abruptly turn off, including electrical components such as power-assisted steering, anti-lock brakes, and airbags. The lawsuits allege that, for over a decade, General Motors knew the ignition switch contained a design defect but did not notify the public until its first of many recalls in February 7, 2014.
