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Samsung Top-Loading Washer Defect Settlement

vs. Samsung Electronics America

Samsung agreed to settle claims that millions of top-loading washing machines had a defect causing the drum to detach during spin cycles, posing injury risks.

Filing Deadline
September 15, 2026
178 days remaining
Estimated Payout
$50 — $600
$150M total fund
Proof Required
No
Easy to file

Who's Eligible?

U.S. owners of Samsung top-loading washers manufactured between March 2011 and November 2016 (34 models affected).

  • Must own/have owned a Samsung top-loading washer from the affected model list
  • Manufacturing dates: March 2011 - November 2016
  • Can claim rebate toward new washer, free in-home repair, or cash refund
  • Additional compensation for property damage or injuries

Settlement Details

Samsung's top-loading washing machines were found to have a defect where the drum could become unbalanced and detach at high speeds during the spin cycle, causing the top to blow off the machine. The CPSC documented multiple incidents including property damage and at least one injury.

Samsung recalled approximately 2.8 million affected washers and this settlement provides additional compensation beyond the recall.

Case Information

Case Number2:17-cv-01208-JMV-JBC
CourtU.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Settlement AdministratorSettlement Services Inc.
Statusopen

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