Greisman
Greisman v. FCA US, LLC
Opinion
Opinion
Richman, J.
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1 hearing on the settlement issue, which was held over four days. Following that hearing, the trial court filed an 11-page order approving the settlement—and finding that the $100,000 was inclusive of attorney fees. Greisman appeals. We affirm.
BACKGROUND
The Setting In August 2015, Greisman purchased a used 2014 Chrysler Town & Country from CarMax Auto Superstores California, LLC (CarMax). The vehicle was manufactured by FCA US, LLC (FCA). Greisman paid $22,599, an amount she financed along with other expenses. In connection with her purchase, Greisman received a written warranty, including a three-year, 36,000 mile, bumper-to-bumper warranty and a five-year, 60,000 mile powertrain warranty that covered, among other things, the engine and transmission. The vehicle developed numerous mechanical issues, including oil light illumination, check-engine light illumination, loss of power, engine misfire, and rough running, issues the manufacturer FCA was unable to cure. The Lawsuit In November 2018, Greisman filed a complaint under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act (Civ. Code, § 1790, et seq.) naming…