$19.5M Wells Fargo call recording class action settlement

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

$5,000
Max Payout
Apr 11, 2025
Filing Deadline
Yes
Proof Required?
Wells Fargo has agreed to pay $19.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging the bank violated California privacy laws by recording phone calls without proper consent. The settlement also includes other companies that may have engaged in similar practices. If you received calls from Wells Fargo or related companies that were recorded without your knowledge or consent, you may be entitled to compensation from this settlement. California has strict laws requiring companies to inform callers when conversations are being recorded and obtain proper consent.
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Who Was Eligible?

Who the settlement covered:

  • You received phone calls from Wells Fargo or related companies
  • The calls were recorded without your knowledge or proper consent
  • You were a California resident when the calls occurred
  • The calls happened during the time period covered by the lawsuit (specific dates pending)

How Much Did It Pay?

The total settlement fund is $19.5 million, which will be distributed among eligible class members. Individual payout amounts will depend on factors such as the number of valid claims filed and the number of recorded calls each person received. Specific payout amounts per person have not yet been announced.

How this claim was filed

This settlement is closed, so the steps below are kept for reference only — they no longer lead anywhere you can file.

  • Gather any records of phone calls from Wells Fargo or related companies
  • Check if you meet the eligibility requirements for the settlement
  • Wait for the official claim form to become available
  • Submit your claim with required documentation before the deadline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to file a claim for the $19.5M Wells Fargo call recording class action settlement?

The deadline to file a claim was Apr 11, 2025, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.

How much can I receive from the $19.5M Wells Fargo call recording class action settlement?

The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $5,000. 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 $19.5M Wells Fargo call recording class action settlement?

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

How much money can I get from the Wells Fargo call recording settlement?

Individual payout amounts haven't been announced yet. The total settlement is $19.5 million, which will be divided among all eligible claimants based on factors like the number of valid claims and recorded calls each person received.

Do I need proof that Wells Fargo recorded my calls without consent?

Specific documentation requirements haven't been released yet. You may need records of phone calls or other evidence showing you received calls from Wells Fargo during the covered time period.

When is the deadline to file a claim for the Wells Fargo settlement?

The claim deadline has not been announced yet. Settlement details including the filing deadline will be released once the court gives preliminary approval to the settlement agreement.

Primary source: official settlement administrator — wholesalepayments.com. The settlement details on this page were checked against the administrator’s official website.

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