Volkswagen ( VW ) is facing a legal test case from German consumer rights website myRight , which is accusing the company of violating European Union law through its use of emissions cheating software . Although VW has offered billions in compensation to vehicle owners , it has only promised to repair affected vehicles in Europe . The case does not seek compensation , but rather seeks to compel VW to repurchase vehicles at their original price . MyRight hopes its legal action will serve as a model for similar agreements on generic or common issues in other suits .
Volkswagen (VW) is facing a legal test case from German consumer rights website myRight, which is accusing the carmaker of violating European Union law through its use of emissions cheating software. Although VW has offered billions in compensation to US owners, it has only offered to repair affected vehicles in Europe. The case does not seek compensation, but rather aims to compel VW to repurchase vehicles at their original price. MyRight hopes its legal action will serve as a model for reaching agreements on generic or common issues in other suits.