Car rental customers have 30 days to claim up to $5,000 each
The company allegedly failed to protect 300,000 customers from a three-day cyberattack that exposed their most sensitive information, leaving them vulnerable to identity theft and fraud.
Mason Reed 
If you have rented a vehicle from Avis recently, you might be eligible for a significant payout. Customers affected by a major data breach now have less than 30 days remaining to file a claim for up to $5,000 as part of a class action settlement.
The Breach
The legal action follows a cyberattack that compromised Avis networks between Aug. 3, 2024, and Aug. 6, 2024. According to the settlement website, the company failed to adequately protect sensitive customer information, including names, credit card numbers, birth dates, phone numbers, and driver's license data.
What You Need to Know
Approximately 300,000 customers are estimated to have been affected by the incident, leaving them at a heightened risk for financial fraud and identity theft. To resolve these allegations, Avis has committed to a $1 million settlement fund.
Claimants may be reimbursed up to $5,000 for out-of-pocket expenses directly tied to the breach, such as costs associated with credit monitoring, identity theft recovery, or fraudulent charges. If you lack documentation for specific expenses, you may still be eligible for a smaller, prorated cash payment distributed after validated claims are settled.
How to File
Time is running out to secure your compensation. All claims must be submitted via the settlement website by June 21. If you prefer to mail your claim, it must be postmarked by the same date.
For those seeking further clarification regarding eligibility or the documentation process, please visit the official settlement portal or reach out to the claims administrator directly at 888-818-4234. Stay tuned to 205focus.com for more updates on consumer rights and legal settlements.
