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Shimano Defective Crankset Settlement
Shimano recalled defective Hollowtech II cranksets that can separate or delaminate; eligible owners receive extended warranty through July 2027, free enhanced inspections, and reimbursement for out-of-pocket replacement costs if replaced before September 2023.
Settlement provides extended warranty (no cost), free enhanced inspections at authorized retailers, and reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket costs for replacement and installation for those who replaced cranksets before September 21, 2023 after original warranty expired. No monetary settlement pool; benefits are non-monetary except reimbursements.
Who may qualify
You owned or purchased a Shimano Hollowtech II crankset (Ultegra FC-6800, FC-R8000, Dura-Ace FC-9000, FC-R9100, FC-R9100-P) manufactured before July 2019, or a bicycle equipped with one. You may also be eligible if you replaced a defective crankset before September 21, 2023, after your original warranty expired.
If you purchased, received, were given and/or owned a Designated Crankset (Shimano Hollowtech II Ultegra FC-6800, FC-R8000, Dura-Ace FC-9000, FC-R9100, or FC-R9100-P manufactured before July 2019 with specific production codes KF through RF) or a bicycle equipped with such a crankset in the United States, you may be eligible to receive benefits.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- August 4, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- December 29, 2025 (passed)
- Objection deadline
- December 29, 2025 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
You must submit proof of crankset ownership/purchase (invoice, receipt, or photo with serial number and production code) and documented replacement and installation costs (receipts, work orders, or credit card statements). Declaration under penalty of perjury accepted if original documentation unavailable.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Shimano Crankset Litigation Settlement Administrator via the official claim form before August 4, 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 Shimano Crankset Litigation Settlement Administrator.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before August 4, 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?
If you purchased, received, were given and/or owned a Designated Crankset (Shimano Hollowtech II Ultegra FC-6800, FC-R8000, Dura-Ace FC-9000, FC-R9100, or FC-R9100-P manufactured before July 2019 with specific production codes KF through RF) or a bicycle equipped with such a crankset in the United States, you may be eligible to receive benefits.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is August 4, 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 Shimano Defective Crankset 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 Shimano Defective Crankset Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Shimano Crankset Litigation Settlement Administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Do I need to submit a claim to get the extended warranty?
No. The extended warranty is automatic for all designated cranksets covered by Shimano's Express Warranty. You do not need to file a claim to receive it.
What cranksets are covered by this settlement?
Shimano Hollowtech II cranksets manufactured before July 2019, specifically: Ultegra FC-6800, Ultegra FC-R8000, Dura-Ace FC-9000, Dura-Ace FC-R9100, and Dura-Ace FC-R9100-P with production codes KF through RF.
How do I get a free enhanced inspection?
Visit any authorized Shimano Recall Retailer. Retailers will be provided with enhanced magnifying devices and inspection manuals to check for bonding separation, delamination, or breakage without cost to you.
Can I claim reimbursement for a crankset I replaced?
Yes, if you replaced a defective crankset before September 21, 2023, and at the time of replacement your original Shimano Express Warranty had already expired. You'll need to provide proof of purchase and documented replacement costs.
What is the deadline to file a claim?
The deadline to submit a claim is August 4, 2026. Submit online at ShimanoCranksetSettlement.com/Home/SubmitClaim or mail your claim postmarked by this date to the Settlement Administrator.
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 (Shimano Crankset Litigation Settlement Administrator).
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.