Diesel emissions claims
If your diesel vehicle was fitted with emissions software that may have produced misleading test results, you could have grounds to make a diesel emissions claim. Many affected vehicles were sold or leased between 2009 and 2018. Check your reg to see if your vehicle may be affected by Dieselgate
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Diesel emissions claims FAQs
What is the Dieselgate scandal?
The Dieselgate scandal refers to allegations that some diesel vehicles used software or other strategies to make emissions test results look cleaner than real-world driving conditions. This raised concerns that some drivers may have bought or leased vehicles without being given a clear picture of their emissions performance.
As a result, many motorists began asking whether they had been misled about the vehicle’s environmental impact, value, and compliance. That is why diesel emissions claims have become a major issue across the UK.
Did Dieselgate affect my vehicle?
If your diesel vehicle may have used emissions software that produced misleading test results, it could be affected by Dieselgate. A quick way to check is to use the reg checker and see whether your vehicle may fall within scope.
What is a diesel emissions claim?
A diesel emissions claim is a legal claim linked to allegations that some diesel vehicles used software or other strategies that made emissions test results look cleaner than real-world driving conditions. Drivers may argue that they were misled about the vehicle’s emissions performance, value, or compliance.
How do diesel emissions claims work?
Diesel emissions claims usually start with a reg check. This helps identify whether your vehicle may fall within scope of a wider claim.
If your vehicle appears to be affected, the next step is to review the claim route available and the terms that apply. From there, you can decide whether you want to move forward.
The key point is simple. Not every diesel vehicle will qualify, and eligibility depends on the manufacturer, model, engine type, and the current position of the case. That is why it is important to check first rather than rely on general assumptions.
Which vehicles could be affected?
A range of diesel vehicles has been linked to emissions litigation in the UK. Many affected vehicles were sold or leased between 2009 and 2018. However, eligibility depends on the manufacturer, model, engine type, and the current position of the claim. That is why the safest next step is to check your reg rather than rely on a general vehicle list.
How do I check my reg?
A reg check is the quickest way to see whether your vehicle may be linked to an emissions claim. It can help you avoid guesswork and focus on the vehicles and manufacturers that may actually be affected.
It also gives you a clearer starting point if you want to understand what options may be available. If your vehicle is not affected, you will know early. If it is, you can then look at the next steps with more confidence.
Use our reg checker to see whether your vehicle may be affected. If it is, you can then review the next steps and decide whether you want to move forward.
What if my vehicle was recalled or fixed?
A recall or software update does not always prevent a diesel emissions claim. In many cases, the key issue is whether the vehicle was sold with emissions software or settings that may have misled drivers in the first place.
What happens if my claim does not succeed?
If your claim does not succeed, the outcome will depend on the terms you agree to before moving forward. Make sure you review those terms carefully before you proceed. The initial reg check is free, and you can decide what to do once the results are presented.
Why should I check whether I may have a claim?
If your vehicle is affected, checking early can help you understand whether you may be able to take part in a wider claim. The legal process is still developing, and judgment in the main UK diesel litigation is expected in summer 2026.
