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John Deere Settles $99M Class Action Over Repair Restrictions

4/20/2026

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John Deere agreed to a $99 million settlement in a class action over repair practices affecting Wisconsin farmers who paid since January 2018.
The suit accuses Deere of monopolizing repair by restricting access to essential software.
Farmers can access necessary repair tools for the next decade.
Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) says independent repairs could save up to $4.2 billion annually.

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John Deere agreed to a $99 million settlement in a class action over repair practices affecting Wisconsin farmers who paid since January 2018.
The suit accuses Deere of monopolizing repair by restricting access to essential software.
Farmers can access necessary repair tools for the next decade.
Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) says independent repairs could save up to $4.2 billion annually.