Published
August 12, 2026
The Coulter payment is an automatic FTC refund for identified Arizona dealership customers allegedly charged hidden or unwanted fees. There is no public claim form.
What Is the Current Status?
The FTC is sending 5,790 checks totaling more than $2.3 million to eligible people who bought or leased vehicles from Coulter dealerships in Arizona. Recipients should cash their checks within 90 days.The payment is automatic for people selected from the enforcement case records. The FTC has not opened a public form for other dealership customers.
StatusAutomatic Checks SendingCash within 90 days
Distribution$2.3M+ · 5,790 ChecksEligible Arizona Coulter dealership customers
Can I Claim?No new public claim formRecipients were selected from case records
Which Coulter Dealerships Are Covered?
The FTC identifies Coulter Tempe, Coulter Cadillac Tempe, and Tempe Buick GMC. A buyer may therefore see a dealership name rather than “Coulter Motor Company” on older transaction documents.What Was the Case About?
The FTC and State of Arizona alleged that Coulter advertised vehicle prices that were not actually available and added unwanted products or other undisclosed fees. The complaint also alleged discriminatory financing and add-on charges affecting Latino consumers.Coulter and its former general manager agreed to a $2.6 million judgment, with most of the money designated for consumer refunds. The settlement also required a fair-lending program and changes to fee and pricing practices.
How to Verify a Coulter Refund Check
Use the official FTC page below to verify the program, and retain the accompanying letter until the deposit clears. A legitimate refund does not require an activation fee, gift card, wire transfer, or online-banking password.Frequently Asked Questions
Who is receiving a Coulter Motor Company refund?
The FTC selected eligible people harmed by hidden fees at Coulter dealerships in Arizona.
Which dealerships are involved?
The FTC identifies Coulter Tempe, Coulter Cadillac Tempe, and Tempe Buick GMC.
How much is the Coulter refund distribution?
The FTC is sending 5,790 checks totaling more than $2.3 million.
Can I file a Coulter refund claim now?
No public claim form is open. The FTC selected recipients from case records.
Sources
• FTC — Coulter Motor Company refund program• FTC — Coulter Motor Company settlement announcement
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Status
Automatic FTC refund checks sending
Program
Coulter Motor Company and State of Arizona redress
Distribution
More than $2.3 million · 5,790 checks
Region
Arizona dealership customers
Official Website
FTC Refunds — Coulter Motor
