Ford Motor Co.

Vancouver - A class action lawsuit was filed against the auto manufacturer on behalf of BC and Ontario residents who owned a dozen different models with defective engine modules built from 1983 to 1995. The Thick Film Ignition module was mounted on the vehicle's distributor and often failed from overheating, causing the vehicle to stall. The BC Supreme Court has approved a $1.5 million class action settlement from Ford Motor for the defective engine module. Ford has agreed to pay up to $325 each to those who replaced the modules or need the part replaced. (Oct-02-06) [CBC NEWS: FORD SETTLEMENT]