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EXPOSED: CarShield's $10 MILLION Scam Finally Gets Justice - 168K Americans Get Their Money Back

Gary FranchiJanuary 10, 2026242 views
EXPOSED: CarShield's $10 MILLION Scam Finally Gets Justice - 168K Americans Get Their Money Back
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Over 168,000 Americans are finally getting justice this month as the Federal Trade Commission forces CarShield to cough up $9.6 million in refunds for their widespread deception and misleading advertising practices.

For years, patriots across the country have been bombarded with CarShield's slick TV commercials promising comprehensive vehicle protection - only to discover the hard way that their so-called "warranties" were nothing more than expensive pieces of paper when their cars actually broke down.

This massive settlement exposes what many Americans already suspected: the vehicle service contract industry has been running a sophisticated con game, preying on hardworking folks who just want reliable transportation without getting financially destroyed by unexpected repairs.

Corporate Greed Meets Government Accountability

While we're typically skeptical of federal agencies, this is exactly the kind of action the FTC should be taking - going after corporations that systematically deceive American consumers rather than harassing small businesses with endless red tape.

The timing couldn't be better. With President Trump back in office and his administration's focus on putting America First, this crackdown on corporate scammers sends a clear message: companies that rip off American families will face consequences.

CarShield's deceptive practices targeted exactly the people who could least afford to be scammed - working-class Americans trying to protect themselves from expensive car repairs. These aren't wealthy elites with multiple vehicles; these are everyday patriots stretching their budgets to keep their families mobile.

A Warning Shot to Corporate America

This $10 million smackdown should serve as a wake-up call to every company thinking they can mislead American consumers with impunity. The Trump administration has made it clear that corporate cronyism and consumer fraud won't be tolerated.

If you're one of the 168,000 Americans receiving a check this month, consider it a small victory against the corporate establishment that thinks everyday Americans are easy marks. But don't stop there - stay vigilant against other scammers trying to separate you from your hard-earned money.

How many other companies are running similar schemes, counting on Americans being too busy or intimidated to fight back?

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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FreedomFighter88Verifiedjust now
Love seeing justice served! Now do the rest of these extended warranty scammers that won't stop calling my phone.
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SmallTownUSAVerifiedjust now
Those robocalls are the worst! At least 3 times a day about my 'expiring warranty' on a car I sold 5 years ago lol
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PatriotDefenderVerifiedjust now
Finally! I've been warning people about CarShield for years. These warranty scam companies prey on hardworking Americans and it's about time someone held them accountable.
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TruckDriver52Verifiedjust now
Same here brother. Lost $2,800 to these crooks when my transmission went out and they found every excuse not to cover it.
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ConservativeMom2024Verifiedjust now
This is exactly why we need stronger consumer protections and enforcement. How many elderly Americans got scammed by their deceptive advertising?