Appliance lawsuits can involve alleged defects, safety problems, warranty disputes and repair costs. Some cases are dismissed. Others continue for years or result in settlements with specific eligibility rules and filing deadlines. This page brings Appliance News coverage together so readers can quickly see what stage a case has reached and whether there is an action they may need to take.

Settlement Coverage

Whirlpool Refrigerator Wire-Harness Settlement

Read who may qualify, what the settlement provides and how the claims process works.

Appliance Lawsuits We Are Following

GE Appliances Washer-Dryer Combo Lawsuit

Coverage of litigation involving alleged drying problems with GE Appliances washer-dryer combination machines.

Frigidaire Gas Range Proposed Class Action

Coverage of a proposed class action connected to recalled Frigidaire gas ranges.

Maytag Gas Range Lawsuit

Coverage of litigation alleging a Maytag gas range control knob was accidentally activated before a house fire.

A Lawsuit Does Not Mean a Settlement

A complaint contains allegations made by the party filing the case. Filing a lawsuit does not by itself establish that those allegations are true, create a class action or guarantee that consumers will receive compensation.

When a case changes, Appliance News coverage identifies the current procedural stage and distinguishes proposed settlements from settlements that have received the approvals required to take effect.

What Our Settlement Guides Cover

  • Covered products and model numbers
  • Eligibility requirements and available benefits
  • Documentation requirements and important dates
  • The official process for submitting a claim

We also track changes that may affect people who previously paid for repairs or who still own an affected appliance.

Check Before You File

Use the official settlement administrator or court-approved process when submitting a claim. Be cautious of websites that request unnecessary payment or personal information simply to tell you whether a settlement exists.

Appliance News reports on these cases for informational purposes and does not provide legal advice.