If you own a certain Whirlpool, KitchenAid or Maytag refrigerator, you may qualify for a $300 settlement.
But here’s the catch: You only have until June 18 to file your claim.
Here’s what you need to know about this refrigerator class-action lawsuit and how you can file a claim.
What are the details of the refrigerator class-action lawsuit?
Whirlpool agreed to a class-action lawsuit to settle claims that Whirlpool, KitchenAid and Maytag refrigerators have defects that cause frost build-up, impeding the appliance’s ability to keep things cool.
The class-action lawsuit includes all Whirlpool, KitchenAid and Maytag refrigerators sold between 2012 and 2019. Those who qualify for the lawsuit can get up to $300 to go towards repairing and replacing the refrigerators.
The amount someone will get reimbursed may vary due to how long ago the refrigerator was made.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Repairs or replacements 1-3 years from date of manufacture | $300 for repairs, 75% of original purchase price for replacements |
| Repairs or replacements 4-6 years from date of manufacture | $225 for repairs, 45% of original purchase price for replacements |
| Repairs or replacements 7-8 years from date of manufacture | $150 for repairs, no reimbursement for replacements |
How can you file a claim for the Whirlpool refrigerator class-action lawsuit?
If you think you have one of the refrigerators mentioned in the lawsuit, you can check this website and enter your serial number to see if you are eligible.
If you qualify, click the next tab where it says “Submit Claim.”
If you received a notice by mail or email with a Notice ID and Confirmation Code, you can enter it in the box on the left.
Otherwise, you can click the button on the right to complete a “Claim Form.”
But remember, you only have until June 18, 2025, to file the claim if you are eligible.
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