How much does the Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement pay?

Estimated payout: Reimbursement for software updates and repair/replacement expenses for infotainment system components; automatic 24-month limited warranty extension. 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 Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement?

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was August 1, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.

Do I need proof of purchase for the Mazda Connect Infotainment 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 Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement notice real, or a scam?

JND Legal Administration is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at mazdainfotainmentsettlement.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 Mazda Connect Infotainment 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 July 28, 2025; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

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Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement

Reimbursement for software updates and repair/replacement expenses for infotainment system components; automatic 24-month limited warranty extension

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This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was August 1, 2025. 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

Mazda Connect Infotainment systems in certain Mazda vehicle models allegedly experienced technical glitches including reboots, freezing, non-responsiveness, bootloop processes, and audio/video errors. Mazda denies these allegations and denies the system is defective. The parties have agreed to settle the litigation without trial or court decision on the merits.

Do you qualify?

All persons or entities who purchased or leased certain Mazda vehicle models in the United States or its territories: Mazda2 (2016–2022), Mazda3 (2014-2018), Mazda6 (2016-2021), CX-3 (2016-2021), CX-5 (2016-2020), CX-9 (2016-2020), and MX-5 (2016-2023).

What you can claim

Read from the official settlement notice. Confirm the terms that apply to you on the administrator's site before filing.

Limited Warranty Extension
All current owners or lessees receive automatic coverage for potential software updates or necessary connectivity master unit (CMU) repairs or replacements for 24 months from either the expiration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or February 17, 2025 for vehicles where the limited warranty has already expired.
Reimbursement for Out-of-Pocket Expenses
Class members may be reimbursed for Software Updates for Mazda Connect and repair and/or replacement expenses incurred for the CMU, an SD Card, the Display, and the Rear-view Camera.

Who is in the class

All persons or entities who purchased or leased certain Mazda vehicle models (listed below) in the United States or its territories. The following models are covered by the Settlement: Mazda2 model years 2016–2022, Mazda3 model years 2014-2018, Mazda6 model years 2016-2021, CX-3 model years 2016-2021, CX-5 model years 2016-2020, CX-9 model years 2016-2020, and MX-5 model years 2016-2023.

Quoted from the settlement notice.

How to file

File a Claim Form online or by mail postmarked by August 1, 2025, providing documentation of out-of-pocket expenses for software updates or repairs/replacements of the connectivity master unit, SD card, display, or rear-view camera. All current owners or lessees automatically receive a 24-month limited warranty extension for software updates and CMU repairs/replacements without needing to file a claim.

Common questions

How much does the Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement pay?: Estimated payout: Reimbursement for software updates and repair/replacement expenses for infotainment system components; automatic 24-month limited warranty extension. 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 Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement?: This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was August 1, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Do I need proof of purchase for the Mazda Connect Infotainment 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 Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement notice real, or a scam?: JND Legal Administration is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at mazdainfotainmentsettlement.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 Mazda Connect Infotainment 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 July 28, 2025; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

Plaintiffs

Paula Hall
Lawrence Mulcahy
Matthew Edlin
Catherine Duffy

Defendants

Mazda Motor of America, Inc.

Counsel for plaintiffs

Counsel for defendants

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Claim deadline: August 1, 2025
Estimated payout: Reimbursement for software updates and repair/replacement expenses for infotainment system components; automatic 24-month limited warranty extension
Proof required: Yes
Class period: January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2023
Exclusion deadline: July 2, 2025
Final hearing: July 28, 2025
Case: Duffy, et al. v. Mazda Motor of America, Inc.
Case number: 3:24-cv-00388-BJB
Court: U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
Administrator: JND Legal Administration
Administrator phone: 844-552-0064

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Case status & court docket

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U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky

Case terminated June 11, 2026

February 26, 2026
Final approval
ORDER: For the reasons stated in the attached order, the Court grants the motion for final approval of the class-action settlement (DN 59 ), grants in part the motion for "Fees, Expenses, and Service Awards" (DN 46 ), refers the portion of that motion (DN 46 ) addressing attorney's fees to Magistrat
January 5, 2026
Final approval
NOTICE of Supplemental Declaration of Heather Follensbee Regarding Settlement Administration by Catherine Duffy, Matthew Edlin, Paula Hall, Lawrence Mulcahy re 59 MOTION for Settlement Plaintiffs' Unopposed Motion for Final Approval of Class Action Settlement (Ferich, Andrew) (Entered: 01/05/2026)
August 20, 2025
Fairness hearing
FILING OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT of Fairness Hearing held on July 28, 2025, before Judge Benjamin J. Beaton. Court Reporter Rebecca S. Boyd, Telephone number (502) 625-3777. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter before the deadline for Release of
July 30, 2025
Fairness hearing
TEXT ORDER: Judge Beaton held an in-person final fairness hearing to address the pending motions in this case on July 28, 2025. The Court will rule on the motions in a subsequent order. (Court Reporter: Becky Boyd) (time in court: 55 minutes) This Notice of Electronic Filing is the Official ORDER fo

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