07/07/26 · 5 min read
John Deere right-to-repair settlement: $99M for farmers who paid dealer repair bills
By ClaimBridge Team
If your farm or business paid a John Deere authorized dealer for repairs on large Deere agricultural equipment any time since January 10, 2018, you can recover a share of a $99 million antitrust settlement — and the bigger your dealer repair bills, the bigger your share. Claims are due October 15, 2026.
What this settlement is about
In re Deere & Co. Repair Services Antitrust Litigation (N.D. Ill.) alleged Deere monopolized the repair market for its large ag equipment by restricting access to the diagnostic software and tools independent shops and owners need, forcing repairs into authorized dealerships at inflated prices. Beyond the $99 million fund, the settlement — preliminarily approved in May 2026 — requires Deere to provide ten years of access to its repair and diagnostic tools, a structural win for the right-to-repair movement.
Who qualifies and how much
U.S. farms and businesses that paid Deere authorized dealers for qualifying repairs between January 10, 2018 and May 2026. Recovery scales with what you actually paid — dealer invoices and payment records strengthen the claim substantially. For a working row-crop operation, six-figure repair histories are common, which makes this one of the most valuable per-claimant settlements on our board.
How to file — and why to sign up before the portal opens
As of early July 2026 the official claims portal had not yet opened (expected mid-summer), and the deadline is October 15, 2026 with a fairness hearing October 29. That's a short window once the portal goes live. Sign up with ClaimBridge now and we'll assemble your dealer repair history so you can register the moment it opens Either way, start pulling your dealer invoices today.
Frequently asked questions
What records do I need for a John Deere repair claim?
Invoices and payment records from John Deere authorized dealers for repairs to large ag equipment since January 10, 2018. Your dealer can typically reprint your service history on request.
Where do I file the claim?
The official claims portal had not yet opened as of early July 2026 — it's expected mid-summer, with claims due October 15, 2026. ClaimBridge readies claims now so you can register the moment it opens.
Does the settlement change anything besides the money?
Yes — Deere must provide ten years of access to its repair and diagnostic tools, so owners and independent shops can service equipment without a dealership.