Car Finance Mass Redress Confirmed: Are You Due £830?
MoneySavingExpert.com has announced a major development in car finance mis-selling: a mass redress scheme worth an estimated £9 billion has been confirmed. This redress scheme affects consumers who purchased cars, vans, or motorbikes on finance since 2007. It is believed that around 12 million finance deals during this period were mis-sold, meaning many consumers could be owed significant compensation — on average around £830 each.
What You Need to Know
If you took out a car finance agreement anytime from 2007 onwards, you might be eligible for redress even if you have no information or paperwork about your deal. MoneySavingExpert provides guidance on how to complain if you believe your car finance was mis-sold:
- How to Complain: Whether you still have your documentation or not, there are clear steps to submit your complaint to financial institutions.
- After Complaining: The site outlines what happens after filing a complaint, including typical timescales and what responses to expect.
- Taking It Further: If your complaint is rejected or resolved unsatisfactorily, MoneySavingExpert discusses whether pursuing the matter through the courts is worthwhile.
- Timelines for Compensation: While redress has been confirmed, payouts will occur over time, and the site offers advice on when and how you might receive your money.
Why This Matters
Car finance mis-selling has impacted millions who may have been charged higher interest rates, fees, or had other unfair terms applied without proper explanation. This mass redress acknowledges the scale of the problem and aims to streamline compensation.
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If you’ve purchased a vehicle on finance since 2007, it’s highly recommended to check whether you are eligible for compensation through the newly confirmed mass redress scheme. This could mean receiving hundreds of pounds back if your car finance was mis-sold. For full guidance, visit MoneySavingExpert.com and sign up for their comprehensive money-saving newsletters.