Quick Answer: John Deere is paying $99 million to settle claims that it blocked farmers and independent shops from repairing large agricultural equipment. If you paid Deere or an authorized dealer for repairs on qualifying equipment between January 10, 2018 and May 18, 2026, you can file a claim at DeereRepairSettlement.com by December 31, 2026. No receipts are needed to start, because payments are based on dealer labor hours in Deere’s own records.
Key Takeaways
- Cash fund: $99 million, plus interest since January 15, 2026
- Claim deadline: December 31, 2026 (some sites still show an outdated October 15 date)
- Exclusion and objection deadline: December 4, 2026
- Final approval hearing: January 19, 2027
- Payments are a pro rata share based on dealer labor hours
- You do not need to still own the equipment
Quick Summary
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cash settlement fund | $99,000,000 plus interest |
| Total value including repair access changes | Estimated $392.9 million to $747 million |
| Claim deadline | December 31, 2026 |
| Exclusion and objection deadline | December 4, 2026 |
| Final approval hearing | January 19, 2027 |
| Class period | January 10, 2018 to May 18, 2026 |
| Official site | DeereRepairSettlement.com |
| Administrator | Angeion Group |
| Case | In re Deere & Company Repair Services Antitrust Litigation, No. 3:22-cv-50188, MDL No. 3030, N.D. Ill. |
What the John Deere Settlement Is About
Farmers alleged that John Deere withheld the software and diagnostic tools needed to repair its large agricultural equipment. Because modern tractors and combines rely on electronic control units, owners were effectively forced to use Deere dealers for diagnosis and repair, and the lawsuit says they paid more as a result.
John Deere denies wrongdoing, and the court has not decided who is right. The settlement has two parts:
- Cash relief: $99 million, paid only to people who file a valid claim.
- Repair access: Deere must make repair tools and resources available to farmers and independent repair shops. This applies to everyone automatically.
The FTC Settlement Will Not Pay You
The Federal Trade Commission and several state attorneys general reached a separate settlement with Deere over the same conduct. That settlement covers repair access only and does not pay individual farmers. To get money, you must file a claim in this private class action.
Who Qualifies
You are in the class if you purchased repair services for Deere large agricultural equipment from John Deere or an authorized dealer in the United States between January 10, 2018 and May 18, 2026.
Covered equipment includes:
- Large and medium tractors in the 6000, 7000, 8000 and 9000 Series
- Combines, cotton pickers, cotton strippers and sugarcane harvesters
- Tillage, seeding, planting and application equipment, including sprayers
You do not need to still own the equipment. What matters is that you paid for the repair service during the class period.
How Much Will You Get?
Your payment is a pro rata share of the net fund based on the dealer labor hours spent repairing your qualifying equipment. If your repairs made up 1% of all labor hours across valid claims, you would receive about 1% of the net fund. No official per person estimate exists yet. See how class action payouts are calculated.
Your notice includes a Notice ID and Confirmation Code. Use them on the claim site to review the labor hours Deere’s records already show. If repairs are missing, you can add dealer invoices or work orders showing the equipment, date and hours.
How to File a Claim
- Go directly to DeereRepairSettlement.com. Do not use links in unsolicited emails or texts.
- Enter your Notice ID and Confirmation Code and review the labor hours on file.
- Gather dealer invoices or work orders for any missing repairs.
- Submit the claim online, or mail a paper form, by December 31, 2026.
- Save your confirmation.
Filing is free. Anyone charging a fee to file for you is unnecessary. Our guide to how to claim settlement money covers common mistakes.
Excluding Yourself or Objecting
The deadline to exclude yourself or object is December 4, 2026, almost a month before the claim deadline. Excluding yourself keeps your right to sue Deere separately but means no payment from this fund. If you do nothing, you get no money, but you still benefit from the repair access changes.
When Will Payments Be Made?
Not before the January 19, 2027 final approval hearing and any appeals. A realistic payment window is later in 2027.
Watch for Scams
Use only DeereRepairSettlement.com. Ignore anyone who charges a fee, asks for your full Social Security number or bank login, or promises a specific payout. Report fraud at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and see our guide to class action settlement scams.
Is the Payment Taxable?
A refund of overcharges on repairs is generally treated as a price adjustment, but interest is usually taxable, and business owners who deducted repair costs may need to report it. See is settlement money taxable and ask your accountant.
Common Questions About the John Deere Settlement
Can I still file a John Deere settlement claim?
Yes. The deadline is December 31, 2026. Older coverage that lists October 15, 2026 is out of date.
How much will I get from the John Deere settlement?
It depends on your share of total dealer labor hours across valid claims. No official per person amount has been published.
Do I need receipts?
Not to start. Deere’s dealer records already show many repairs. You only need invoices or work orders for repairs missing from your record.
Do I need to still own the equipment?
No. You qualify if you paid for repairs on covered equipment during the class period, even if you have since sold it.
Is this the same as the FTC settlement with Deere?
No. The FTC settlement covers repair access only and pays no money. Only this class action settlement pays cash, and only to people who file.
Is DeereRepairSettlement.com legitimate?
Yes. It is the court-approved site for In re Deere & Company Repair Services Antitrust Litigation, run by Angeion Group.
Summary
The John Deere repair settlement offers a share of $99 million to farmers and businesses that paid for dealer repairs on large Deere equipment from 2018 to 2026. File at DeereRepairSettlement.com by December 31, 2026, and see our open class action settlements for other claims you can file now.
Official Settlement Notice
Read the court-approved long form notice for the John Deere repair settlement below.