Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Build-up Settlement
Up to $300
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Where this case stands
Final approval granted May 13, 2025
Claims closed. Once the time to appeal has run, the administrator pays valid claims; that usually takes three to twelve months after approval.
Before Judge Rita F. Lin, United States District Court for the Northern District of California (No. 3:23-cv-05114-RFL).
- October 5, 2023Case filed
- May 13, 2025Final approval hearing
The court hears any objections and decides whether to approve the settlement.
- May 13, 2025Final approval granted
- May 14, 2025Case closed by the court
What happened
Whirlpool-made refrigerators experienced inadequate defrosting of the evaporator in the refrigeration compartment, causing periodic frost and ice build-ups that impaired the refrigerator's cooling ability. This class action settlement resolves consumer claims regarding these "Frost Clog" issues.
Do you qualify?
Anyone who purchased or received a Whirlpool-made refrigerator that experienced a Frost Clog Issue within eight years of the refrigerator's date of manufacture or purchase/delivery.
What the settlement pays
Up to $300 for documented out-of-pocket expenses to repair or replace the refrigerator's evaporator, or to replace the refrigerator with a new model
How to file
Visit https://www.coolingsettlement.com/home for claim details. You must submit documented out-of-pocket expenses (receipts or proof of repair, replacement, or new refrigerator purchase) related to fixing or replacing the refrigerator due to a Frost Clog Issue. The settlement was finally approved on May 13, 2025.
Common questions
- How much does the Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Build-up Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: Up to $300.Why settlement checks are smaller than the headline number →
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Build-up Settlement?
- Yes. This settlement asks for documentation with the claim; coolingsettlement.com lists what is accepted.
- What is the status of the Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Build-up Settlement?
- Final approval granted May 13, 2025. Claims closed. Once the time to appeal has run, the administrator pays valid claims; that usually takes three to twelve months after approval.
- Is the Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Build-up Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Claims are filed only at coolingsettlement.com. Filing is always free, and no administrator asks for payment or a full Social Security number by email or text.How to tell a real settlement notice from a scam →
- Who are the attorneys in the Whirlpool Refrigerator Ice Build-up Settlement?
- For the plaintiffs: Nina H. Fields (Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, LLC); Michael Dean Woerner (Keller Rohrback LLP); Michael Joseph Brickman (Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook and Brickman LLC.); Laura R. Gerber (Keller Rohrback LLP). For Whirlpool Corporation: Samantha Looker (Winston & Strawn LLP); Troy Masami Yoshino (Winston & Strawn LLP); Galen Driscoll Bellamy (Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP); Andrew M. Unthank (Wheeler Trigg ODonnell LLP). From the public court docket.
Who's involved
Plaintiffs
- Robert Gibbany
- Nancy Paperno
Defendants
- Whirlpool Corporation
Counsel for plaintiffs
- Nina H. FieldsRogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, LLCRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanynfields@rpwb.com · (843) 727-6500
- Michael Dean WoernerKeller Rohrback LLPRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbany2 tracked casesmwoerner@kellerrohrback.com · (206) 623-1900
- Michael Joseph BrickmanRogers, Patrick, Westbrook and Brickman LLC.Represents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanymbrickman@rpwb.com · (843) 727-6500
- Laura R. GerberKeller Rohrback LLPRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanylgerber@kellerrohrback.com · (206) 623-1900
- Kenneth BehrmanKenneth BehrmanRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanyken.behrman@behrmanlaw.com · (770) 952-7770
- James Christopher BradleyRogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, LLCRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanyjbradley@rpwb.com · (843) 727-6500
- Caleb Michael HodgeRogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, LLCRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanychodge@rpwb.com · (843) 727-6657
- Andrew LindsayKeller Rohrback LLPRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanyalindsay@kellerrohrback.com · (206) 623-1900
- Alison Elizabeth ChaseAttorney at LawRepresents Nancy Paperno, Robert Gibbanyachase@kellerrohrback.com · (805) 456-1496
Counsel for defendants
- Samantha LookerWinston & Strawn LLPRepresents Whirlpool Corporationslooker@winston.com · (209) 968-5365
- Troy Masami YoshinoWinston & Strawn LLPRepresents Whirlpool Corporationtyoshino@winston.com · (415) 591-1421
- Galen Driscoll BellamyWheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLPRepresents Whirlpool Corporation3 tracked casesbellamy@wtotrial.com · (303) 244-1800
- Andrew M. UnthankWheeler Trigg ODonnell LLPRepresents Whirlpool Corporationunthank@wtotrial.com · (303) 244-1800
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From the public court docket, contact details as filed; not an endorsement.
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