Volkswagen Tiguan Oil Consumption – Judge in Class Action Case Appoints Benjamin Johns as Interim Co-Lead Counsel

The New Jersey court presiding over a class action suit against Volkswagen for oil consumption issues regarding the Volkswagen Tiguan recently appointed Shub Johns & Holbrook Partner Benjamin F. Johns as Interim co-Lead Counsel in the consolidated class action matter.

The case is captioned Zeiders et al. v. Volkswagen Group of North America Inc., No. 2:2024-cv-11197. This case was filed in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. Impacted? FILL OUT OUR CONTACT FORM BY COMPLETING THE FORM ABOVE! Continue reading to learn more.

The New Jersey court presiding over a class action suit against Volkswagen for oil consumption issues regarding the Volkswagen Tiguan recently appointed Shub Johns & Holbrook Partner Benjamin F. Johns as Interim co-Lead Counsel in the consolidated class action matter.

The case is captioned Zeiders et al. v. Volkswagen Group of North America Inc., No. 2:2024-cv-11197. This case was filed in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. Continue reading to learn more.

Volkswagen Tiguan Oil Consumption

Owners of the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan, and potentially other model years, may be experiencing issues with the vehicle’s performance quality. Many consumers have reported issues on online forums and to their dealerships because the vehicle seemingly burns too quickly through motor oil. Consumers report needing to top off or replace their oil in only 1,000 miles versus the recommended 10,000-mile service check up. Drivers are sometimes alerted by a low-engine oil level light that indicates their oil is burning too quickly.

This issue can not only lead to risks on the road for consumers by putting drivers and passengers of the vehicle in danger of a vehicle malfunction or road-side break down, consumers may now have to take on an extra financial responsibility as well. These vehicles seemingly burn through oil at more than an expected rate for many consumers, and they often need to frequently visit their dealership or a mechanic to top off their oil level, or keep oil cannisters in their vehicle in case of emergencies. These out of pocket expenses can add up over time, especially with no remedy presented by Volkswagen.

VW Group Class Action Lawsuit

On December 16, 2024, Shub Johns & Holbrook LLP filed a class action lawsuit against Volkswagen Group of America Inc. for the alleged oil consumption defect that many consumers, drivers, and owners and lessees of the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan have dealt with.

On February 4, 2024, Plaintiffs filed a motion to consolidate cases against Volkswagen for the oil consumption issue. On February 11, following Plaintiff’s motion, the New Jersey Judge issued an order that all cases pertaining to alleged oil consumption defect be consolidated. In the Judge’s Order for consolidation, Honorable Judge Brian R. Martinotti appointed SJ&H Partner Benjamin F. Johns, along with co-counsel, as Interim co-lead Counsel.

See the Court’s Consolidation Order here.

Plaintiffs are now tasked with filing a consolidated amended complaint by March 13, 2025. If you have experienced similar issues with your Volkswagen Tiguan causing you trouble or worry on the road, or has cost you in out of pocket expenses due to consistent oil refills or service visits, let us know! Fill out the form and see how you can participate in our class action suit.