Ford Motor Co.

Alleged defects in the "Transit Trail" package of 2023 and 2024 Ford Transit Trail vehicles, specifically related to tire clearance.

Ford Motor Co. has agreed to a class action settlement resolving claims that certain 2023 and 2024 Ford Transit Trail vehicles were sold or leased with defects related to the "Transit Trail" package, specifically insufficient tire clearance in the wheel wells under certain driving conditions. Consumers who purchased or leased a new qualifying vehicle for personal, family, or household use before June 1, 2024, and have not received prior compensation from Ford for the vehicle, may be eligible for a $6,000 cash payment. Claims can be filed online or by mail, with a deadline of January 15, 2027. Payments will be issued after final court approval.

You may be eligible if you:

• Original owners or lessees who purchased or leased a new 2023 or 2024 Ford Transit Trail vehicle for personal, family, or household use.
• The vehicle must have been purchased or leased new before June 1, 2024.
• The vehicle must have been acquired directly from an Authorized Ford Dealer or through an intermediary.
• Class members must not have already received compensation from Ford relating to the Class Vehicle or any alleged defect or economic loss.

• Basic contact information
• Dates tied to your purchase or account activity
• Proof of purchase or supporting documents

If you do not have every document, you may still be able to file. Many settlements accept claims without receipts.

• File a claim online at the settlement website or print and complete the PDF claim form and mail it to the settlement administrator.
• Provide your Unique ID and PIN (if submitting online) or Unique ID (if submitting by mail).
• Provide the vehicle identification number (VIN) and your Social Security number, tax identification number or employer identification...
• Submit proof of ownership or lease.