Is There a Class Action Lawsuit Against General Motors in 2026?
Updated June 16, 2026 · 3 min read · By Class Action Buddy
Short answer: Yes. GM paid out the Bolt EV battery recall settlement in 2024 and faces newer active cases over the Silverado 8-speed transmission, the OnStar customer-data sharing case, and the 6.2L engine lifter-failure class action.
What to do: See the case list below. If a settlement is currently accepting claims, you can file directly on the administrator's official site — or use Class Action Buddy to auto-fill the form for you to review, sign, and submit if it's in our active list.
Recent class actions against General Motors
| Case | Status | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Bolt EV battery recall settlement | paid out | 2024 |
| Silverado 8-speed transmission class action | active | 2025 |
| OnStar data-sharing class action | filed | 2024 |
How to check for new class actions against General Motors
New class actions are filed regularly. The fastest way to know about one that you qualify for is to be notified by the settlement administrator (which only happens if your contact info is in General Motors's records and they're required to send notice). The next-fastest is to monitor a settlement-tracking service.
- Check our full General Motors class action page for the running list (updated continuously).
- Sign up for Class Action Buddy — you'll get a push notification when a settlement opens that you qualify for based on your stored purchase history.
- Bookmark our open settlements page for the current filable list across all brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I'm part of a class action against General Motors?
Read the settlement notice if you've received one (email or letter from the settlement administrator), or check the settlement's official site for the class definition. For most consumer cases, anyone who was a General Motors customer during the specified class period automatically qualifies.
Where do I file a claim if there's a current General Motors settlement?
File directly with the settlement administrator listed on the official settlement website. You'll never be asked to pay anything to file a legitimate claim. Class Action Buddy can auto-fill the claim form using your saved profile if the settlement is in our active list.
Do I need a lawyer to join a General Motors class action?
No. Class actions are designed so any qualifying class member can file a claim directly with the settlement administrator. The class is already represented by the named plaintiffs' attorneys; you just submit the claim form.
What if there's no current class action but I think there should be?
You can report a potential class action concern to a consumer-protection attorney for evaluation. Some firms specialize in evaluating tips about widespread consumer harm by General Motors and similar companies.
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