Class action settlements allow everyday consumers to receive compensation from large companies without filing individual lawsuits. If you’ve bought a faulty product, received unwanted messages, or had your personal data leaked, you might be eligible for cash. This August 2025, there are ten major settlements with deadlines closing soon. Some are worth millions of dollars—so if you qualify, now’s the time to act.
Here’s a breakdown of each one.
Volkswagen
Settlement: Atlas SUV Seat Latch
Issue: A defect in second-row seat latches caused safety concerns in 2018–2024 Volkswagen Atlas SUVs. The seats could unlatch on their own during driving.
Eligibility: Buyers or leasers of affected models
Claim Deadline: August 4, 2025
QuoteWizard
Settlement: $19 million
Issue: Sent unauthorized marketing texts to numbers listed on the Do Not Call Registry—violating the TCPA.
Eligibility: Received two or more texts in a 12-month period while on the Do Not Call list
Claim Deadline: August 5, 2025
TitleMax
Settlement: $6.5 million (TitleMax, InstaLoan, and TitleBucks)
Issue: Data breach in February 2023 exposed sensitive customer info like SSNs and bank details.
Eligibility: Customers affected between February 3 and 14, 2023
Claim Deadline: August 6, 2025
TracFone
Settlement: TracFone Wireless Cyberattack
Issue: December 2021 data breach due to lack of cybersecurity precautions
Eligibility: Users whose personal data was exposed in the breach
Claim Deadline: August 7, 2025
GM Oil
Settlement: $150 million
Issue: Excessive oil consumption in LC9 engines used in 2011–2014 Chevy and GMC models caused engine damage and higher maintenance costs.
Eligibility: Vehicle owners or lessees in California, Idaho, and North Carolina
Claim Deadline: August 8, 2025
GameStop
Settlement: $4.5 million
Issue: Shared customer video-watching data with Facebook without consent—violating VPPA.
Eligibility: Purchased from GameStop.com between August 18, 2020 and April 7, 2025, and had a public Facebook profile
Claim Deadline: August 15, 2025
GM Gear
Settlement: Gear Shifter Defect
Issue: ‘Shift to park’ error prevented safe parking in some 2016–2019 Chevrolet and GMC models
Eligibility: Owners in Ohio and Tennessee
Claim Deadline: August 19, 2025
Criterion
Settlement: $4.5 million
Issue: Criterion Channel shared users’ video viewing history with third-party companies without consent
Eligibility: Watched content between September 27, 2022 and December 27, 2024
Claim Deadline: August 19, 2025
Gerber
Settlement: Baby Formula Misleading Claims
Issue: Gerber advertised their “Good Start Gentle” formula as allergy-reducing without proof
Eligibility: Purchases in Florida or New York between October 10, 2011 and April 23, 2016
Claim Deadline: August 25, 2025
Torrid
Settlement: $10 million
Issue: Falsely advertised discounts and promotional offers on Torrid.com
Eligibility: Shoppers in California, Oregon, and Washington between January 1, 2020 and February 18, 2025
Claim Deadline: August 26, 2025
These settlements are about holding companies accountable and compensating consumers for real issues—from data leaks to misleading ads. If you think you qualify, visit the official settlement websites (usually listed on TopClassActions.com) and follow the instructions to submit a claim. Most forms take only a few minutes to fill out online.
FAQs
Do I need a lawyer to claim a class action?
No, most claims can be filed online without legal help.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Check product use dates and claim descriptions online.
What if I missed the claim deadline?
You won’t qualify—claims must be filed before deadline.
Is class action money taxable?
Usually yes, but check with a tax advisor to confirm.
Where do I file my class action claim?
Most are available at topclassactions.com or claim sites.
