Tesla (Tesla, Inc.)
Tesla Owners May Qualify for Idle Fee Refund Plus Up to $350
A proposed settlement covers Tesla drivers charged Supercharger 'Idle Fees' under free lifetime Supercharging plans, including those whose Supercharger access w
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Key facts
- Claim deadline
- Closed Sep 15, 2026
- Potential payment
- For Class Members who no longer own an eligible Tesla with free Supercharging and choose to receive $10 instead of the non-cash relief.
- Proof requirement
- No proof
- Status
- Closed
- Final hearing
- Dec 2, 2026
For Class Members who no longer own an eligible Tesla with free Supercharging and choose to receive $10 instead of the non-cash relief.
Eligibility
Who may qualify?
Check the covered dates, products, locations, and other official terms before you file.
- You received a Tesla vehicle in California before December 16, 2016.
- You continued to own that vehicle after December 16, 2016.
- You bought a vehicle that Tesla’s Motor Vehicle Purchase Agreement described as “Supercharger Enabled,” “Supercharger Hardware,” or “Supercharger Hardware & Access” before December 16, 2016.
- You paid Supercharger “Idle Fees” to Tesla, and/or your vehicle’s Supercharger access was disabled for failure to pay those fees (required only if you want the Idle Fee refund or a $50/$350 disabling payment).
Case overview
What is the Tesla (Tesla, Inc.) settlement about?
A class action called Shenkman v. Tesla, Inc., filed in the Superior Court for Alameda County, California, accuses Tesla of wrongly charging "Idle Fees" to certain customers who purchased vehicles with free lifetime Supercharging, and of disabling, or threatening to disable, Supercharger access for those who wouldn't pay. Tesla denies any wrongdoing, and the court hasn't ruled on the claims, but both sides have agreed to settle. The deal has received preliminary approval, with a Final Approval Hearing set for December 2, 2026, where the court will decide whether to approve it for good.
If you qualify, you generally won't need to submit documentation to file a claim, just complete a valid Claim Form and certify under penalty of perjury that you meet the criteria. Tesla will use its own records to verify eligibility and calculate your refund. For the up to $350 payment, you'll need to list the year(s) your vehicle's Supercharger access was disabled, which Tesla will cross-check against its records.
To file, log in using the LoginID and PIN sent to you by mail or email. If you've misplaced them, you can request your login details by emailing [email protected] with your full name and mailing address.
Questions people ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Tesla (Tesla, Inc.) settlement payout?
For Class Members who no longer own an eligible Tesla with free Supercharging and choose to receive $10 instead of the non-cash relief. Final amounts depend on the number of valid claims and the administrator's terms.
Who qualifies for the Tesla (Tesla, Inc.) settlement?
Key eligibility criteria include: You received a Tesla vehicle in California before December 16, 2016; You continued to own that vehicle after December 16, 2016; You bought a vehicle that Tesla’s Motor Vehicle Purchase Agreement described as “Supercharger Enabled,” “Supercharger Hardware,” or “Supercharger Hardware & Access” before December 16, 2016; You paid Supercharger “Idle Fees” to Tesla, and/or your vehicle’s Supercharger access was disabled for failure to pay those fees (required only if you want the Idle Fee refund or a $50/$350 disabling payment). Always confirm the full class definition with the official source before filing.
Is the Tesla (Tesla, Inc.) settlement legit?
Yes, this is a real, documented settlement. TapClaim verified the official source (Simpluris official website) on Sep 15, 2026. Claims are closed, so be cautious of any site that still asks you to file or pay for this settlement.
What is the claim deadline for the Tesla (Tesla, Inc.) settlement?
The claim deadline was Sep 15, 2026, and this settlement is closed to new claims.
Is the Tesla (Tesla, Inc.) settlement open for claims?
No, this settlement is closed to new claims.
Settlement administrator and official sources
- AdministratorSimpluris
- Administrator websiteSimpluris official websiteVisit administrator websitePrimary official source · Verified Aug 6, 2026
- Official claim pageOfficial claim formView official claim pageSupporting official source · Verified Aug 6, 2026
- Listing verificationLast checked Sep 15, 2026
