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#431 of 578 Re: 2007 Mazda Cx-7 Turbo; under warrantly but won't cover due to "sludge" [boogitybop] by steve_ HOST

Jun 21, 2012 (5:33 pm)

Replying to: boogitybop (Jun 21, 2012 3:08 pm)
Instead of trying to get a class action together that will take years, and may only get you a coupon off a new Mazda, maybe you should consider just suing them yourself. You could even do it in small claims court.
 
We see this almost every day - someone is mad over a car problem but they always want the other guy to take the lead and do something. Nothing much ever comes from it. There's plenty of lemon lawyers out there; go talk to one or two of them and see what they recommend you do as an individual owner.
 
If you win, and there's no gag order imposed, then you can come back and tell the other unhappy owners how to do it. (link)
 
There was a successful suit against Toyota for sludge not that long ago; wonder why the three lawyers you talked to said there wasn't any chance.
 
Meckstroth v. Toyota

#432 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [jsgnyc] by plopes

Jul 01, 2012 (8:15 pm)

Replying to: jsgnyc (Jun 01, 2012 5:32 am)
I have the same problem , the turbo just went on my CX7 2007, 44500 miles. The timing change actuater and chain are also shot according to the dealership. The dealer ship is also saying their is sludge in the Engine. I never had a probelm with a car with such low milage. From what I have been reading a lot of consumers are having this problem. The car is driven by my wife and is not driven hard at all, I cannot see how these two items could wear with such low milage.

#433 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [plopes] by ckboles

Jul 02, 2012 (3:35 am)

Replying to: plopes (Jul 01, 2012 8:15 pm)
Best advice.....fix the car, and then sell it. There is a limited warranty out there. Call Mazda and nicely register your complaint, and ask them to fix it.
Then sell the car right away!!!!! 2 turbos in mine, plus timing chain, "sludge"
(nonsense). Good luck....mine is going up for sale this week before it breaks again!!!!! 2007 !!!!">

#434 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [plopes] by redheadedlp

Jul 02, 2012 (12:30 pm)

Replying to: plopes (Jul 01, 2012 8:15 pm)
There is a recall up to 70,000 miles which should cover your car. I have indicated that I am interested in starting a class action lawsuit and have spoiken to an ottorney who specializes in this. Should you want to adjoin please advise.

#435 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [redheadedlp] by libbyo

Jul 26, 2012 (9:53 pm)

Replying to: redheadedlp (Jul 02, 2012 12:30 pm)
HI
I would be interested I am in Australia though does that make a difference. My Turbo went on my 2007 CX7 at 55 000kms and my timing chain recently blew and destroyed my engine and the engine is full of thick sludge. I have only done 82 000km. I am struggling to find a second hand engine to put in as so many have broken turbos. It is going to cost me $12000 to repair. The car is only 5 years old and has never been driven hard. Let me know if you have any advice. I am suffering so much financially because of this car.

#436 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [libbyo] by redheadedlp

Jul 27, 2012 (12:48 pm)

Replying to: libbyo (Jul 26, 2012 9:53 pm)
There is no difference where an owner of the Mazda CX& lives. I have an attorney who specialized in class action slawsuits. I just need feedback from those who are interested in pursuing this course of action. Please let me know and pass the word.

#437 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [redheadedlp] by gentemio

Jul 27, 2012 (4:11 pm)

Replying to: redheadedlp (Jul 27, 2012 12:48 pm)
I was one of the original posters to this site couple years back. Was waiting for class action. Have all my records. I am interested. GaffneyPgffaol.com

#438 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [redheadedlp] by azielewicz

Jul 27, 2012 (4:45 pm)

Replying to: redheadedlp (Jul 27, 2012 12:48 pm)
I would be interested as well. I have all my records, conversations, dates, etc. Including digital copies of my internal engine pictures. (I have since traded the vehicle).
AZielewiczaol.com

#439 of 578 Re: Mazda 2010 Turbo Problem/ Mazda Declined Warranty [redheadedlp] by plopes

Jul 29, 2012 (6:50 pm)

Replying to: redheadedlp (Jul 02, 2012 12:30 pm)
I would be interested in the class action law suit as I could get no where with MAZDA; oh yes after I had the dealer fix the turbo and timing chain and associated parts I picked the car up drove a total of maybe 10 to 14 miles and had the All wheel drive unit of the drive train get a massive oil leak spilling oil on to the hot exhaust which I could smell the oil burning. I had ask the dealership if anything else would need changed for Service bullitins from MAZDA and they said no, when I had the car towed back by MAZDA and then spoke their Mechanic on what was now wrong he stated that this was also a known issue with this car's drive train and the seals, snap rings ect needed to be changed. Oh by the way at least this was under warranty for the drive train.
 
 The dealership also corrected two or three other parts that were under service bulletins listed by MAZADA.
One other thing that topped this whole problem off was as I left the dealerships driveway the cars tire sensor went off staing the Tire was low on air, When I pulled over to check the tire it was almost flat.
  
So how can you get information to me on the Law Suit?

#440 of 578 To everyone dealing with timing chain issues and engine failure!!!! by mazdasucks2

Jul 30, 2012 (7:43 am)

I was recently paid in full for my repairs made even though I was originally hung up on by Mazda because I kept asking to speak to a manager or supervisor. My bill came in around the $4k mark because I had it repaired/completely rebuilt after the timing chain broke. The dealership told me they would only replace the engine entirely which was $5-6k used, and $7-8k new. Talk about hilarious - replacing an engine in a car that was only a few years old and had 65,000 miles on it. I received a letter in the mail from Mazda in January saying they would reimburse me if I forfeited my rights to file a lawsuit down the road. I just wanted my money back, so I sent in the paperwork with receipts, etc. It's called a "Warranty Extension Program - Special Service Program (SSP) 87"
 
I have never been treated so poorly in my life as I have been with Mazda. I had a similar experience when the AC unit went out at 40,000 miles and of course was another expensive fix. I was eventually re-imbursed for that as well. Mazda drags their feet until they know there are too many people to keep quiet. I will NEVER buy a Mazda again! I replaced mine with a loaded (slightly used) Mercedes Benz ML350 that didn't cost me much more than what I paid for the CX-7. I couldn't be any more ecstatic! I suggest everyone who owns a Mazda product, especially the CX-7, to get rid of it ASAP. I wouldn't waste my time with their newer version either, unless you're made of money!!!

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