Millions of American consumers may be entitled to compensation of up to $300 as part of a class action settlement involving refrigerators from three major appliance brands—Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Maytag.
The lawsuit claims that certain models manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation and sold between 2012 and 2019 suffer from a defect that causes excessive frost buildup on the evaporator. This defect can impair the refrigerator’s ability to cool food properly, potentially leading to food spoilage and other internal damage.
While Whirlpool has not admitted any wrongdoing, the company has agreed to a financial settlement to resolve the claims. This means affected consumers won’t need to prove the company was at fault—just that they owned one of the affected models.
Who qualifies for the payout?
Anyone who purchased a Whirlpool, KitchenAid, or Maytag refrigerator manufactured between 2012 and 2019 may be eligible. The models covered in the settlement are listed on the official settlement website, where consumers can also check eligibility by entering the serial number of their appliance.
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Those who have already paid for repairs or replacements due to frost buildup could receive up to $300 in reimbursement, depending on the age of the refrigerator at the time of service. For example:
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If the unit was 1–3 years old, consumers may be reimbursed for 75% of the original purchase price.
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For older appliances, reimbursement amounts vary based on repair documentation.
Importantly, consumers who experience issues after January 31, 2025, can still qualify for compensation under the same terms.
Key dates and how to claim
To receive compensation, class members must submit a valid claim form by June 18, 2025. The form can be completed and submitted online through the settlement’s official website. Claimants should have their proof of purchase or repair receipts ready, if available.
The exclusion and objection deadline passed on March 21, and a final approval hearing took place on May 13, marking a major step toward distributing the settlement funds.
This settlement is just one of several open in June. Other cases, including a $4.4 million settlement involving DSW Shoe Warehouse, are also accepting claims. That case compensates consumers who received unwanted promotional texts from DSW between 2018 and 2024—even after opting out.
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If you think you qualify for any of these settlements, don’t wait. Head to the official websites, fill in your claim forms, and take the opportunity to get reimbursed.
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