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Costa v. Whirlpool Corp. Refrigerator Settlement
Get 30-75% cash back or free repair for Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators with broken wire harness defects in the freezer door.
30-75% cash reimbursement of repair/replacement costs or free repair. Settlement valued at $2.81 million.
Who may qualify
You bought a new Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, or JennAir side-by-side refrigerator manufactured between 2018-2021 that experienced a wire harness defect causing the ice maker, ice dispenser, water dispenser, or control panel to fail. You paid for repairs or replacement out of pocket.
Consumers who purchased new Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, or JennAir side-by-side refrigerators manufactured between 2018-2021 with broken wire harness defects affecting ice maker, ice dispenser, water dispenser, or control panel.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- November 2, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- June 2, 2026 (passed)
- Objection deadline
- June 2, 2026 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Submit refrigerator model/serial number, proof of purchase, documentation of wire harness issue (service tickets, photos, repair estimates), and proof of repair/replacement costs paid out-of-pocket. Declaration accepted in some cases.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Angeion Group, LLC via the official claim form before November 2, 2026.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Yes.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Angeion Group, LLC.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before November 2, 2026.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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Common questions
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Consumers who purchased new Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, or JennAir side-by-side refrigerators manufactured between 2018-2021 with broken wire harness defects affecting ice maker, ice dispenser, water dispenser, or control panel.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is November 2, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Yes. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Costa v. Whirlpool Corp. Refrigerator Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Costa v. Whirlpool Corp. Refrigerator Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Angeion Group, LLC. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Which refrigerators are covered by this settlement?
Side-by-side Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, and JennAir refrigerators manufactured between 2018-2021 with broken wire harness defects affecting the ice maker, ice dispenser, water dispenser, or control panel.
What proof do I need to claim?
You'll need your refrigerator's model and serial number, proof of purchase, documentation of the wire harness defect (service invoices, repair estimates, photos with dates), and proof of repair/replacement costs you paid. A declaration can substitute proof in some cases.
When is the deadline to submit a claim?
November 2, 2026 for past wire harness issues. For issues occurring after May 5, 2026, you have 90 days from when you discover the defect to file.
How much will I get?
Between 30-75% reimbursement of your repair/replacement costs depending on timing and whether you notified Whirlpool before paying. Alternatively, you can get a free repair for your refrigerator.
How do I file a claim?
Visit refrigeratorsettlement.com/submit-claim to file online with your notice ID and confirmation code, or download and mail a paper claim form to: Whirlpool Refrigerator Settlement Administrator, 1650 Arch St., Suite 2210, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Call 1-877-335-4279 for help.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Use the official settlement administrator or government source.
Listed on the official settlement website (Angeion Group).
Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 9, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.