{"id":7004,"date":"2025-07-15T17:26:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T17:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puretechlegal.com\/can-businesses-or-self-employed-individuals-claim-for-the-1-2-puretech-engine\/"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:32:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T10:32:12","slug":"can-businesses-or-self-employed-individuals-claim-for-the-1-2-puretech-engine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puretechlegal.com\/en\/can-businesses-or-self-employed-individuals-claim-for-the-1-2-puretech-engine\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Businesses or Self-Employed Individuals Claim for the 1.2 PureTech Engine?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Mechanical problems resulting from premature wear of the timing belt on 1.2 PureTech <\/span>premature wear of the timing belt on 1.2 PureTech 1.2 engines.<\/b>In addition, many legal entities (companies, self-employed) have also been affected. However, when it comes to participating in a <\/span>collective claim<\/b>If you have a collective claim, it is essential to know if you are legally included in this type of process.<\/span><\/p>

In this article we explain clearly <\/span>whether companies or professionals can claim<\/b>in which cases, and what alternatives they have.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Are you allowed to participate in the collective claim?<\/b><\/h2>

No. In the current case, <\/span>the class action led by PureTech Legal is directed exclusively at private consumers.<\/b>in accordance with the current regulations on collective actions in defense of the rights of consumers and users.<\/span><\/p>

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Why can’t companies and self-employed claim?<\/b><\/h2>

Spanish legislation clearly distinguishes between:<\/span><\/p>

  • Consumers or users<\/b>Individuals acquiring goods for private, non-professional use.<\/span>

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  • Legal entities or professionals (self-employed)<\/b>Subjects that acquire goods or services within the framework of their business or commercial activity.<\/span>

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    The <\/span>class actions<\/b> are regulated by the <\/span>General Law for the Defense of Consumers and Users<\/b>and are designed exclusively to protect individuals against abusive practices.<\/span><\/p>

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    What happens if the vehicle is in the name of a company?<\/b><\/h2>

    If the owner of the vehicle is a legal entity (S.L., S.A., etc.), <\/span>it will not be able to adhere to this collective claim<\/b>. The same applies if:<\/span><\/p>

    • The vehicle was acquired for professional purposes.<\/span>

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    • It was amortized for accounting purposes or is included in corporate assets.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>
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      What if I am self-employed?<\/b><\/h2>

      Even if you are a natural person, if the vehicle is linked to your professional activity, <\/span>it is considered professional use<\/b> y <\/span>outside the scope of this class action.<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

      Examples:<\/span><\/p>

      • Vehicle included in your tax returns.<\/span>

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      • Used as a regular work tool.<\/span>

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      • Vehicle labeled or declared as an asset related to the activity.<\/span>

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        Are there legal alternatives?<\/b><\/h2>

        Yes. Even if you cannot join this class action, <\/span>you can initiate an individual claim<\/b>. This requires:<\/span><\/p>

        • Hire independent legal counsel.<\/span>

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        • Assume the possible initial costs of the procedure.<\/span>

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        • Evaluate feasibility according to vehicle documentation and use.<\/span>

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          Some law firms, including PureTech Legal, can provide individualized valuations if the business or professional presents a case with clear evidence of a manufacturing defect.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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