September 2,2025
RED FM News Desk
Canadians have started receiving payments from a $78-million auto parts class-action settlement.
The case stems from allegations of illegal price-fixing on automotive parts used in vehicles purchased or leased between 1998 and 2016. Brands affected include BMW, Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Jaguar, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
The automakers themselves were not accused of wrongdoing. Instead, parts manufacturers accused of price-fixing agreed to the settlement without admitting liability.
These allegations have sparked criminal probes and class-action lawsuits worldwide. In Canada, the settlement covers 23 class actions in Ontario, B.C., and Quebec, led by law firms Siskinds, Sotos, Camp Fiorante Matthews Mogerman (CFM), and Siskinds Desmeules.
According to the firms, the alleged conspiracy involved fixing the prices of about 45 auto parts—including hoses, sensors, radiators, spark plugs, and windshield wipers—causing consumers to overpay for both parts and vehicles.
“Price-fixing conspiracies are prohibited by the Competition Act,” CFM partner David Jones said earlier. “They harm the Canadian marketplace by forcing businesses and consumers to pay inflated prices. These settlements aim to correct that harm.”
Payments, with a minimum of $25 per approved claim, began going out by e-transfer and cheque on August 28. The deadline to file a claim has already passed.
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