FCA US $3.8M Wage and Hour Settlement, Check If You Are Owed Unpaid Overtime 68K Workers Get Automatic Pay — Featherstone, et al. v. FCA US, LLC, Case No. 2:23-cv-10362

The FCA US wage and hour settlement is a $3,795,000 class action where eligible current and former hourly production employees who worked at any FCA US facility in the United States between February 10, 2020, and May 12, 2025, will receive automatic pro rata payments — no claim form required. The Court has preliminarily approved the settlement and conditionally certified the class for purposes of the settlement only, pending a Final Approval Hearing on August 25, 2026. If you built Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram vehicles on an hourly wage during that period, your check may already be calculated.

FCA US Wage and Hour Settlement — Key Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$3,795,000
Claim Deadline	None — payments are automatic
Dispute Workweek Deadline	June 10, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	June 22, 2026
Objection Deadline	June 22, 2026
Who Qualifies	All current and former hourly employees at any FCA US facility in the United States, February 10, 2020 – May 12, 2025
Estimated Class Size	Approximately 68,000 employees
Payout Formula	Pro rata by weeks worked during class period
Proof Required	No — automatic payment based on payroll records
Specific Laws Alleged	Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.; Illinois Minimum Wage Law; Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act; Ohio Minimum Fair Wage Standards Act; Ohio Prompt Pay Act
Settlement Status	Preliminary approval granted May 1, 2026
Court & Case Number	U.S. District Court, E.D. Mich. — Case No. 2:23-cv-10362
Final Approval Hearing	August 25, 2026, 2:00 PM EST, Detroit, MI
Settlement Administrator	Atticus Administration, LLC — FeatherstoneFCASettlement.com — 1-800-453-5790
Expected Payment Date	Approximately 60 days after final approval
Last Updated	May 26, 2026

Where Does the FCA US Wage and Hour Settlement Stand Today?

• The Court entered the preliminary approval order on May 1, 2026, conditionally certifying the class and approving the notice process.
• Postcards have been mailed to approximately 68,000 class members showing their estimated individual payment based on weeks worked.
• The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for August 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST in Courtroom 206 of the Theodore Levin U.S. Courthouse, 231 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI.
• Payments will be mailed to eligible class members approximately 60 days after the court grants final approval of the settlement.

Who Is FCA US and Why Are They Facing a Wage and Hour Settlement?

FCA US, LLC — now operating as Stellantis North America — is a North American automaker headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, that manufactures and sells vehicles under the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram Trucks brands. FCA US employs over 81,000 people, with its workforce concentrated across manufacturing plants in Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, and other states. Hourly production workers are the backbone of these assembly plants — they build the vehicles on the line, clock in and out each shift, and are entitled under federal law to precise overtime pay for every hour worked over 40 in a week.

The lawsuit claims that precision broke down. Plaintiffs alleged that FCA US failed to properly calculate and pay overtime wages to hourly production employees, violating the Fair Labor Standards Act and state wage laws in Illinois and Ohio — specifically claiming that FCA did not include all required forms of compensation in the regular rate of pay when calculating overtime. FCA denies the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of trial.

What Did FCA US Allegedly Do to Hourly Production Workers Between 2020 and 2025?

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, overtime must be calculated on an employee’s full “regular rate of pay” — not just their base hourly wage. Plaintiffs assert claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act, 29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq., the Illinois Minimum Wage Law, the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act, the Ohio Minimum Fair Wage Standards Act, and the Ohio Prompt Pay Act.

The core allegation is straightforward: when a worker earns bonuses, premium pay, or other compensation on top of their base hourly rate, that extra money must be folded into the regular rate before calculating the time-and-a-half overtime multiplier. A federal judge reviewing an earlier stage of the case found that workers at FCA US facilities adequately alleged that the company failed to incorporate bonuses into their overtime pay calculations, alongside failing to pay overtime at 1.5 times their base rate.

For workers who logged thousands of hours building Jeeps, Rams, and Dodges between February 2020 and May 2025, that miscalculation could mean real money owed on every overtime paycheck during those five years. Our coverage of the Merrill Lynch $4.9M FLSA overtime settlement shows how similar regular-rate miscalculation cases play out — the same wage structure, the same automatic payment mechanism, and the same W-2/1099 tax split apply here. For more on FCA US / Stellantis legal matters, see our reporting on the Stellantis Chrysler data breach class action filed in early 2026.

If you worked hourly at any FCA US production facility in the United States during that period, this case may directly affect your paycheck.

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Are You Part of the FCA US Hourly Workers Wage Settlement?

Here is exactly how to know if this settlement includes you.

You are automatically included if:

• You worked as an hourly employee at any FCA US, LLC facility in the United States at any time between February 10, 2020, and May 12, 2025
• You built vehicles, operated machinery, or worked in any hourly production capacity at a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram assembly or manufacturing plant
• You received a postcard notice in the mail from Atticus Administration

You do NOT qualify if:

• You were a salaried employee, manager, or executive at FCA US — the class covers hourly production workers only
• You worked only at FCA US facilities outside the United States
• You previously settled or released individual wage claims against FCA US covering the same period

FCA US Workers Outside Michigan — Are You Still Covered?

Yes. The class includes all current and former hourly employees who worked for FCA US, LLC in the United States at any time between February 10, 2020, and May 12, 2025. The case is filed in federal court in the Eastern District of Michigan, but coverage is nationwide. Workers from FCA’s Illinois plants (covered under the Illinois Minimum Wage Law and Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act) and Ohio plants (covered under the Ohio Minimum Fair Wage Standards Act and Ohio Prompt Pay Act) are specifically named in the lawsuit, but all U.S. facilities are included in the class.

If you are unsure whether your specific job title or facility qualifies, an employment discrimination attorney or wage and hour attorney can help you assess your situation before the June 10, 2026 workweek dispute deadline.

How Much Can FCA US Hourly Workers Recover from the 2026 Overtime Settlement?

How FCA US Settlement Payments Are Calculated by Weeks Worked

The Settlement Administrator will divide the net settlement fund by the total number of weeks all settlement class members were employed during the class period. The Administrator will then multiply that per-week amount by the number of weeks each individual class member worked to arrive at their estimated individual settlement amount.

In plain terms: the more weeks you worked at FCA US between February 2020 and May 2025, the larger your check. Workers who were there the full five-plus years will receive more than workers who were there for just a portion of that period.

50% of each individual payment will be issued as wages, subject to tax withholding, generating a W-2 form. The other 50% will be issued as liquidated damages, generating an IRS Form 1099. Plan for both tax documents when you file your 2026 or 2027 taxes, depending on when the checks go out.

How Pro-Rata Could Reduce Your FCA US Check

The net settlement fund is what remains after the court approves attorneys’ fees (up to $1,265,000 — one-third of the gross amount), litigation expenses (up to $25,000), service awards to the ten named plaintiffs ($32,500 total), and settlement administration costs (up to $196,000). The remaining net amount is then divided among all participating class members. Always say “up to” when estimating — your actual amount depends on these deductions and the total weeks worked by everyone in the class.

Payments are not taxable as a single lump sum — the 50/50 wage/liquidated-damages split means you will receive two separate tax forms. Check with a tax professional about how these affect your individual return.

What Should FCA US Hourly Production Workers Do Right Now?

1. Check your postcard notice. The postcard mailed to class members shows the information used to calculate your individual settlement payment, including your estimated amount based on weeks worked. If the information is correct, you do not need to do anything to receive your payment.
   
2. Dispute your workweeks if the information is wrong — by June 10, 2026. If you believe the number of weeks used to calculate your payment is incorrect, you must contact the Settlement Administrator by June 10, 2026, providing documentation to support your contention. Defendant’s payroll records carry a rebuttable presumption of correctness — meaning the burden is on you to show they are wrong. Documentation can include pay stubs, employment records, or schedules.
   
3. Do nothing to receive your automatic payment. Unlike most class action settlements, you do not need to submit a claim form. Unless you submit a valid and timely Request for Exclusion by June 22, 2026, you will remain in the class and receive your proportional share.
   
4. Opt out only if you plan to sue separately. If you believe your individual unpaid overtime losses far exceed what this settlement would pay you and you have documentation to support a standalone lawsuit, speak with an employment attorney before June 22, 2026. Opting out means you receive nothing from this settlement but retain the right to sue FCA US independently.
   
5. Cash your check within 180 days. Any individual settlement payment checks not cashed within 180 calendar days of mailing will be cancelled, and uncashed proceeds will be donated to the United Way of Michigan. Do not set the check aside — endorse it and deposit it promptly.
   
6. Note that endorsing the check joins you to the FLSA portion of the case. By signing the back of the check, you are consenting to join the Federal FLSA portion of the action and releasing all federal, state, and local wage and hour claims from February 10, 2020, through May 12, 2025.

Should FCA US Class Members Opt Out or Object Before June 22, 2026?

What Does Opting Out of the FCA US Overtime Settlement Mean for Your Rights?

Any class member who submits a complete and timely Request for Exclusion will no longer be a member of the settlement class, will not receive an individual settlement payment, and will retain the right — at their own expense — to pursue a separate claim against FCA US. Opting out makes sense only if you have substantial documented losses that clearly exceed what the pro rata payment would cover and you have already spoken with an employment attorney. The opt-out deadline is June 22, 2026.

How to Object to the FCA US Settlement Terms Before June 22, 2026

Written objections must be mailed by June 22, 2026, to the Clerk’s Office, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, 231 W. Lafayette Blvd, Room 599, Detroit, MI 48226, and must include the case name and number, your full name, the last four digits of your Social Security number, your current address, the specific reasons for your objection, and all supporting evidence. Objecting does not remove you from the class — you still receive a payment if the settlement is approved.

If you are considering opting out or objecting, speaking with an employment discrimination attorney or wage and hour attorney before June 22, 2026, is strongly recommended.

FCA US Wage and Hour Lawsuit Timeline

Milestone	Date
Class period begins	February 10, 2020
Complaint filed by Delores Featherstone	February 10, 2023
Parties move to stay proceedings for mediation	October 17, 2025
Court stays consolidated action	October 20, 2025
Parties reach settlement agreement	Early 2026
Class period ends	May 12, 2025
Preliminary approval order entered	May 1, 2026
Dealer notifications sent	May 8, 2026
Workweek dispute deadline	June 10, 2026
Opt-Out / Objection deadline	June 22, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	August 25, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
Expected payment date	TBD — approximately 60 days after final approval

FCA US Overtime Wage Settlement — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 2:23-cv-10362

Do FCA US hourly workers need to do anything to receive their settlement payment?

 No. If the information on your mailed postcard notice is correct, you do not need to do anything. You will receive your share of the settlement at a later date if the court grants final approval. This is one of the few class action settlements where your payment is automatic.

Is the FCA US wage and hour settlement legitimate?

 Yes. The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan entered its preliminary approval order on May 1, 2026. The official administrator is Atticus Administration, LLC. Only interact with the case through FeatherstoneFCASettlement.com or 1-800-453-5790.

When will FCA US settlement payments be sent?

 Payments will be mailed to eligible class members approximately 60 days after the court grants final approval. The Final Approval Hearing is August 25, 2026, so payments could begin in late 2026, assuming no appeals delay the process.

What happens if I missed the FCA US workweek dispute deadline?

 If you do not dispute an incorrect workweek calculation by June 10, 2026, the amount shown on your postcard becomes final. You will still receive a payment — just based on FCA’s records, not a corrected figure. Contact Atticus Administration at 1-800-453-5790 as soon as possible if you believe the records are wrong.

Will my FCA US settlement check be reported to the IRS? 

Yes. The settlement administrator will issue a W-2 for the 50% of your payment allocated as wages and an IRS Form 1099 for the 50% allocated as liquidated damages. Both amounts may be taxable — speak with a tax professional.

Can I still file my own lawsuit against FCA US for overtime instead of accepting the settlement?

 Yes, but only if you formally opt out by June 22, 2026. If you do nothing or cash your settlement check, you release all federal, state, and local wage and hour claims from February 10, 2020, through May 12, 2025. Filing separately after the fact is not permitted once the settlement is final and you have not opted out.

What does the FCA US settlement cover — all states or just Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio? 

The class covers all current and former hourly employees who worked for FCA US, LLC in the United States at any time between February 10, 2020, and May 12, 2025. State-specific claims under Illinois and Ohio laws are additionally included, but all U.S. facilities are part of the nationwide FLSA class.

How much could each FCA US worker actually receive? 

There is no fixed per-person amount. Your payment is calculated by multiplying your individual weeks worked by the per-week value of the net settlement fund divided across all class members. Workers with more weeks worked during the class period will receive larger payments. Check your postcard notice for your estimated individual amount.

Sources Used in This FCA US Wage and Hour Settlement Article

• Official Long-Form Settlement Notice — Featherstone, et al. v. FCA US, LLC, Case No. 2:23-cv-10362, U.S. District Court, E.D. Mich., May 2026: https://www.featherstonefcasettlement.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Featherstone-v-FCA_Settlement_Long-Form-Notice_FNL.pdf
• Official Settlement Website — Atticus Administration, LLC, 2026: https://www.featherstonefcasettlement.com
• U.S. Department of Labor — Wages and the Fair Labor Standards Act: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/flsa

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official court-approved long-form settlement notice, FeatherstoneFCASettlement.com, ClaimDepot, and Bloomberg Law on May 26, 2026. Last Updated: May 26, 2026.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, consult a qualified attorney.