$3M Zoa Energy Drink False Advertising Class Action Settlement
By Steve Levine
Updated: December 16, 2025
Status: Open to Claims
Settlement Award: Up to $150.00
Claim Form Deadline: February 20, 2026
Proof required: No
What is the ZOA Energy “0 Preservatives” Settlement About?
You may be part of a new $3,000,000 class action settlement reached with ZOA Energy over allegations that certain ZOA Energy drinks labeled as having “0 Preservatives” were misleading because the products contain citric and ascorbic acids.While ZOA Energy denies the allegations in the class aciton lawsuit, sauing its marketing and labeling were truthful and compliant, and the Court has not ruled in favor of either side, all parties agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of continued litigation. This does not mean ZOA Energy has admitted to any wrongdoing, but has accepted to pay consumers $3 million from this class action settlement to resolve the claims.
What is ZOA Energy, and is it Related to The Rock?
ZOA Energy is an energy drink brand famously co-founded by celebrity Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.The name “ZOA” has been explained as being rooted in the Polynesian word “toa,” meaning “warrior,” with the brand adding letters to reflect energy “from A to Z.” The Rock is originally from Samoa, and has often highlighted his Polynesian heritage publicaly.
How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
You are included in the settlement if you are a resident of the United States who purchased any ZOA Energy drink with a label stating “0 Preservatives” in the United States for personal consumption, not for resale or distribution, between March 1, 2021 and November 21, 2025.How Much Can I Get Paid?
The settlement is structured as $1 per unit purchased, with different caps depending on proof:Without Proof: Claims without receipts are capped at $10 per household.
With Proof: Claims with receipts (or other accepted proof) are capped at $150 per household.
If total approved claims exceed the available funds after court approved costs and fees, payments may be reduced pro rata.
Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
No. You can file without receipts, but your payment is capped at $10 per household. If you submit receipts or other accepted proof, your cap increases up to $150 per household.The notice states proof can include a receipt or purchase record, a removed UPC code, or other third party documentation that reasonably shows the fact and date of purchase during the class period.
How Do I File a Claim?
Each household can submit one claim, either online through the official settlement site or by mail. Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by February 20, 2026.What are the Important Dates?
• Claim Form Deadline: February 20, 2026
• Opt Out Deadline: February 13, 2026
• Objection Deadline: February 13, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: March 26, 2026
When is the Class Action Settlement Payment Date?
A payment date is not listed as a single guaranteed day in the notice summary. In most cases, payments are issued after final approval, and after any appeals are resolved, and after the claims administrator finishes reviewing claims.How Many People are Affected?
The class action does not yet provide a public estimate of how many people purchased the “0 Preservatives” labeled ZOA products during the class period. The actual number of claimants will depend on how many valid claims are filed by the deadline.When Will this Class Action Be Certified?
The ZOA Energy open class action settlement is part of a proposed class action settlement process. The Court has preliminarily approved the settlement for notice purposes, and it will decide whether to grant final approval at the March 26, 2026 hearing.What is the Anticipated Settlement Amount?
The settlement fund is $3,000,000 total, which also covers attorneys’ fees and costs, notice and administration costs, and the requested service award, subject to Court approval.How Much will Each Class Action Member be Paid?
The maximum cap is $10 per household without receipts, or $150 per household with receipts or accepted proof, but the final amount can be reduced if claims exceed the funds available for distribution.How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:What are my Options?
• Submit a claim to request a payment, if eligible.
• Do nothing, stay in the settlement class, get no payment, and give up the right to sue over the released claims.
• Opt out by February 13, 2026 to keep your right to sue separately, but you will not get settlement money.
• Object by February 13, 2026 if you stay in the class and want to tell the Court you do not like something about the settlement.
How to File a Claim Online
Go to the official settlement website and follow the “Submit Claim” instructions. You can submit with or without receipts. If you mail a claim, it must be postmarked by February 20, 2026.Claim Form Website: ZOASettlement.com
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Official Settlement Notice
Sources
• Official Settlement Website: www.zoasettlement.com• ZOA founders page (background on the brand): ZOAEnergy.com
• Name origin interview (context on “ZOA”): BeverageDaily
• U.S. District Court, N.D. Cal., Gershzon v. ZOA Energy, LLC, Case No. 3:23-cv-5444-JD
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please submit only truthful information. Claims are typically signed under penalty of perjury, and the administrator can reject claims that do not meet the requirements. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not the settlement administrator or a law firm.
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| Class Action Summary | |
| Status | Proposed Settlement |
|---|---|
| Claim Form Deadline | February 20, 2026 |
| Settlement Amount | $3,000,000 |
| Category | False Advertising, Food and Beverage |
| Estimated Payout per Person | $1 per unit, capped at $10 without receipt, capped at $150 with receipt, may be reduced pro rata |
| Case Number | 3:23-cv-5444-JD |
| Case Title | Gershzon v. ZOA Energy, LLC |
| Court | U.S. District Court, Northern District of California |
| Final Approval Hearing | March 26, 2026 |
| Opt Out Deadline | February 13, 2026 |
| Objection Deadline | February 13, 2026 |
| Claim Website | ZOASettlement.com |