Flex Fuel

A GM class action lawsuit has been dismissed after a Chevy Impala owner claimed his car was damaged by the use of E85 fuel. Known as flex fuel vehicles, ...

The 'E85' window sticker and the statement that the 2016 Impala has Flex Fuel capability are not false or deceptive representations." The GM class action lawsuit was filed in the U.S. Contrary to Fleury’s assertion, the fact that exclusive use of E85 can damage Flex Fuel vehicles appears knowable, and the risk of harm, avoidable." The judge ruled GM's conduct was not "oppressive," and the plaintiff didn't sufficiently allege any deceptive or unfair conduct. But the lawsuit alleges fixing the fuel pump would not allow Fleury to operate his car using only E85 without risking damage. However, the plaintiff says he “consulted the owners manual to see if there were any warnings or prohibitions about his intended use of E85.”