Published
August 30, 2024
Updated
July 25, 2026
Claims are closed. The May 30, 2024 deadline has passed. The court granted final approval in June 2025, but the official website does not post a payment distribution date.
Current Status
Claims are closed. The May 30, 2024 deadline has passed. The court granted final approval in June 2025, but the official website does not post a payment distribution date.StatusPayments PendingSee the current-status update above.
Claim DeadlineMay 30, 2024The filing window has passed.
Settlement FundClaims-made settlementFinancial terms are governed by the settlement documents.
Potential Benefit$350 or up to $500Eligibility and allocation rules apply.
What Happened?
The lawsuit alleged that HandsFreeLink systems in certain Acura vehicles failed to shut down properly, causing excessive electrical drain and related losses. American Honda denied the allegations and wrongdoing.Who Was Covered?
The settlement covered certain purchasers of 2004–2008 Acura TL, 2005–2008 MDX, or 2007–2009 RDX vehicles in California, Kansas, New York, and Washington, subject to age and mileage limits.What Benefits Were Available?
Eligible claimants could request up to $500 for a qualifying HandsFreeLink replacement and/or a $350 payment for qualifying disconnection work.How Claims Were Filed
Claims and supporting proof had to be submitted by May 30, 2024. The filing window is closed.Official information is available at HandsFreeLink Settlement.
Important Dates
• Claim deadline: May 30, 2024• Final approval hearing: August 15, 2024
• Final approval order: June 11, 2025
Settlement Fund and Legal Fees
Notice, administration, legal-fee, expense, and other permitted amounts are governed by the settlement documents and court orders. Those deductions can affect amounts available for eligible claims.Case Information
The matter is Aberin, et al. v. American Honda Motor Company, Inc., Case No. 4:16-cv-04384-JST, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.Official Website: HandsFreeLink Settlement
Sources
• Official settlement information and court documents: HandsFreeLink SettlementFor more class actions keep scrolling below.
Settlement Fund
Claims-made settlement
Case Title
Aberin, et al. v. American Honda Motor Company, Inc.
Case Number
4:16-cv-04384-JST
Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
Claim Deadline
May 30, 2024 (passed)
Status
Payments Pending
Official Website
HandsFreeLink Settlement
