Ford F-Series Door Latch Settlement
$10–$400
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 30, 2020. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →
What happened
Ford is alleged to have manufactured 2015-2019 F-Series trucks with defective door latches that malfunction. Ford denies all allegations of wrongdoing but agreed to settle the lawsuit by providing reimbursement for repair-related expenses.
Do you qualify?
Anyone in the United States who currently owns or leases, or previously owned or leased, a 2015-2018 Ford F-150 truck; a 2017-2018 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, or F-550 truck; or a 2019 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, or F-550 truck built before specified dates at Ford assembly plants.
How to file
Settlement class members who experienced door latch malfunctions or dissatisfaction before May 4, 2020, or repairs between May 4, 2020 and May 4, 2021, could file a claim form online, by mail, or by email with supporting documentation showing repair, towing, or rental costs. However, the claims deadline of November 30, 2020 has passed, and distribution to valid claimants occurred on April 14, 2022.
Common questions
- How much does the Ford F-Series Door Latch Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: $10–$400. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
- What is the claim deadline for the Ford F-Series Door Latch Settlement?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 30, 2020. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Ford F-Series Door Latch Settlement?
- Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
- Is the Ford F-Series Door Latch Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- JND Legal Administration is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at fseriesdoorlatchsettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
- When will payments from the Ford F-Series Door Latch Settlement be sent?
- Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for December 2, 2020; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
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