Mercedes HVAC Settlement
50% to 100% reimbursement for HVAC repairs on a sliding scale based on vehicle age; future repairs covered at the same percentages through 10 years from in-service date or 125,000 miles
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What happened
Mercedes-Benz vehicles from 2008-2019 across multiple model classes experienced moldy, mildew-y, or similar odors emanating from the HVAC system. The settlement requires Mercedes-Benz to reimburse customers for past repairs and cover future HVAC repairs related to this issue.
Do you qualify?
Current or former owners or lessees of specific Mercedes-Benz vehicle classes (C-Class, GLK-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, GLA-Class, GL-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, M-Class, or GLC-Class) from model years 2008-2019 who purchased or leased their vehicle in the United States.
How to file
The deadline to file claims for past repairs has passed. Future covered repairs can be made from December 7, 2020, until your vehicle reaches 10 years from in-service date or 125,000 miles by making an appointment at an Authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center.
Common questions
- How much does the Mercedes HVAC Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: 50% to 100% reimbursement for HVAC repairs on a sliding scale based on vehicle age; future repairs covered at the same percentages through 10 years from in-service date or 125,000 miles. 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.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Mercedes HVAC 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 Mercedes HVAC Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- JND Legal Administration is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at mercedeshvacsettlement.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 Mercedes HVAC 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 September 11, 2020; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
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