$150M GM excessive oil consumption class action settlement

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By the Class Action Buddy Editorial Team · Last reviewed April 22, 2026

$2,149
Max Payout
Aug 08, 2025
Filing Deadline
Yes
Proof Required?
General Motors agreed to pay $150 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that certain Chevrolet and GMC vehicles were equipped with defective LC9 engines that consumed excessive amounts of oil. The lawsuit claimed GM was aware of this defect but failed to disclose it to consumers, causing vehicle owners to spend money on frequent oil top-offs and repairs. Owners and lessees of 2011-2014 model year Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with LC9 engines who lived in California, Idaho, or North Carolina and purchased or leased their vehicle new were eligible.
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Who Was Eligible?

Who the settlement covered:

    To qualify for this settlement, you must have: - Owned or leased a 2011-2014 model year vehicle equipped with an LC9 engine, including: Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, Yukon, or Yukon XL - Purchased or leased the vehicle in new condition as of May 23, 2022 - Resided in California, Idaho, or North Carolina North Carolina class members were required to provide their vehicle identification number and purchaser information.

How Much Did It Pay?

The total settlement fund was $150 million. Each eligible class member was estimated to receive at least $2,149. Actual payment amounts varied based on the number of participating class members and their proportional share of the net settlement fund.

How this claim was filed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to file a claim for the $150M GM excessive oil consumption class action settlement?

The deadline to file a claim was Aug 08, 2025, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.

How much can I receive from the $150M GM excessive oil consumption class action settlement?

The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $2,149. Actual payments may be lower depending on the total number of valid claims filed and the available settlement fund.

Did I need documentation for the $150M GM excessive oil consumption class action settlement?

Yes — this settlement required supporting documentation, and the official claim form set out what counted.

Which GM vehicles are covered by the oil consumption settlement?

The settlement covers certain Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with defective engines that consume excessive oil. Specific model years and engine types will be detailed in the final settlement agreement.

How much money can I get from the GM oil consumption settlement?

The total settlement fund is $150 million, but individual payouts will vary based on your vehicle's oil consumption issues and repair costs. Exact amounts will be determined once the settlement is finalized.

What proof do I need for the GM excessive oil consumption claim?

You'll likely need documentation of your vehicle ownership and evidence of oil consumption problems, such as repair records or maintenance logs. Specific proof requirements will be outlined in the final settlement terms.

Primary source: the official settlement administrator’s website named in the court-approved class notice. We track this settlement from public settlement-notice sources; a single official administrator claim URL was not on file, so confirm the details on the official settlement website before you file.

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