The Volvo emissions scandal at a glance
Since 2020, the Environmental Action Germany (DUH) has targeted the Swedish car manufacturer Volvo. The result: For the XC60 SUV, emissions were more than twelve times above the legal limits. The cause was a temperature-dependent emission control system – the „thermal window.“.
What does that mean for you?
The Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) classifies the thermal windows used by Volvo as illegal. As a result of the KBA's notice, Volvo was obliged to notify every single vehicle owner within two months. Austrian vehicle owners are also affected by the Volvo diesel scandal.
Affected individualsModels
Are you the owner of a VOLVO with a D3 or D4 engine? Your vehicle may be affected by the diesel emissions scandal.
XC Series
- XC90 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- XC 70 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- XC60 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- XC40 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
V Series
- V 90 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- V 70 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- V60 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- V 40 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
S Series
- S 90 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- S 80 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
- S 60 (Euro 5 & Euro 6)
Your legalPossibilities
purchase price refund
Recommendation for infrequent drivers: Request a refund of the purchase price in exchange for returning the vehicle. You will also receive 4 % interest annually on the purchase price.
- Full refund of the purchase price
- 4% Annual interest on the purchase price
- Lucrative up to approximately 100,000 driven kilometers (depending on the respective model)
- Deduction of compensation for use based on driven kilometers
- Return of the vehicle
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Compensation for damages (diminution in value)
Keep vehicle: If you want to keep your car, you can claim the loss in value as damages.
- Vehicle remains in your possession
- Compensation amounting to approximately 20% of the purchase price
- Ideal for frequent drivers
Your advantageFull transparency regarding costs and risks
Depending on your individual needs, we will find a way to enforce your claims in connection with the Volvo diesel emissions scandal.
Legal expenses insurance
If you took out legal expenses insurance before purchasing your Volvo, we offer you the following:
- Free coverage request
- Cost coverage depending on the insurance policy
- No third-party profit sharing
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litigation funding
If you do not have legal expenses insurance, we will connect you with a litigation funder who will finance your case in exchange for a success fee.
- No financial risk for you
- Performance-based financing
- Expert review
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self-financing
If you neither have legal expense insurance nor wish to use litigation funding, you have the option of paying the costs of legal representation yourself. We would be happy to provide you with an offer.
- Transparent billing RATG
- No third-party profit sharing
- risk of bearing legal costs
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Our Experts
We specialize in litigation and have already successfully enforced claims for damages for many of our clients.
- Specialized in damage compensation lawsuits
- Operating throughout Austria
- Individualized care instead of mass processing
Would you like to learn more about how to enforce your claims?
Or do you have any questions? Send us a message or contact us by phone – we are available for you at any time.