The court granted final approval, and the administrator reports that settlement payments were issued on May 16, 2025.

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BMW $6M Diesel Emissions Settlement

Published August 5, 2024
Updated July 26, 2026

The court granted final approval, and the administrator reports that settlement payments were issued on May 16, 2025.

BMW $6M Diesel Emissions Settlement
Steve Levine
By Steve Levine
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Current Status

The court granted final approval, and the administrator reports that settlement payments were issued on May 16, 2025.

StatusPayments IssuedSee the current-status update above.
Claim DeadlineDecember 18, 2024The listed deadline has passed or claims are no longer open.
Settlement Fund$6 millionCourt-approved deductions and allocation terms may apply.
Potential BenefitPro rata cash awardEligibility and payment terms apply.

What Happened?

The lawsuit alleged that certain BMW diesel vehicles used emissions-control software that produced misleading emissions results. BMW denied the allegations and wrongdoing.

Who Was Covered?

The settlement covered qualifying purchasers and lessees of specified BMW diesel vehicles on or before February 28, 2024, subject to the full class definition and exclusions.

What Benefits Were Available?

Approved claims received pro rata cash awards based in part on the length of ownership or lease and the available net settlement fund.

Claims and Payment Information

The claims deadline was December 18, 2024. People who filed should rely on the official site for claim-specific notices and payment updates.

Official information is available at 2024 Diesel Settlement.

Important Dates

• Claim deadline: December 18, 2024
• Final approval: Granted
• Payments issued: May 16, 2025

Settlement Fund and Legal Fees

Notice, administration, legal fees, expenses, benefit payments, and other approved deductions are governed by the official documents and court orders. These amounts can affect individual benefits.

Case Information

BMW Diesel Emissions Litigation
2:18-cv-04363
U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.

Sources

• Official program or court information: 2024 Diesel Settlement

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Settlement Fund $6 million
Case Title BMW Diesel Emissions Litigation
Case Number 2:18-cv-04363
Court U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
Claim Deadline December 18, 2024
Status Payments Issued
Official Website 2024 Diesel Settlement

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