SiriusXM agrees to $28 million settlement — here’s who qualifies and how to claim your share

SiriusXM has reached a definitive $28 million settlement to resolve a high-profile class-action lawsuit (originally filed in October 2025) involving allegations of aggressive telemarketing tactics. The legal challenge centered on systemic violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), with plaintiffs asserting that the satellite radio giant bypassed federal protections. Specifically, the lawsuit alleged that SiriusXM's outbound call centers targeted individuals whose numbers were active on the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry for 31 days or more.

Furthermore, the company was accused of ignoring internal "do-not-call" requests from non-subscribers who had explicitly opted out of future solicitations. While SiriusXM maintains its innocence and denies any legal wrongdoing, the $28 million fund was established to avoid the prolonged costs and risks of continued litigation. This settlement represents a significant victory for consumer privacy rights, emphasizing the mandatory nature of the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) registry.

For the millions of Americans potentially impacted, the settlement offers a specific window for financial restitution, provided they meet the strict eligibility criteria established by the court.

Who qualifies for the SiriusXM settlement payout

Eligibility is tightly defined and tied to both timing and consumer status. According to the settlement terms, you may qualify if you were contacted more than once by SiriusXM between April 27, 2019, and October 31, 2025, and you fall into one of two categories.

First, non-subscribers who had their phone numbers listed on the National Do Not Call Registry for at least 31 days before receiving SiriusXM calls may be eligible. This group includes people who never paid for SiriusXM service but were allegedly contacted for promotional or marketing purposes.

Second, individuals who explicitly asked SiriusXM to place their number on its internal “do-not-call” list—and still received a call afterward—may also qualify. Internal opt-out lists are legally binding under the TCPA, even if a number is not on the national registry.

The lawsuit does not require proof of financial harm. The core issue is the act of being contacted in violation of federal telemarketing rules. However, claimants must be able to attest that the calls occurred during the covered period and met the settlement’s criteria.

Importantly, subscribers who were contacted while actively using SiriusXM services are generally excluded unless they also meet the non-subscriber or opt-out conditions outlined in the agreement.

SiriusXM settlement deadlines and key court dates

Timing matters. Missing a deadline could mean forfeiting any chance at payment.

The deadline to file a claim is March 21. Consumers who believe they qualify must submit their information by that date to be considered for a share of the settlement fund.

Those who wish to object to the settlement terms—rather than participate—have until March 27 to file a formal objection with the court. Objections typically address issues like payout size, attorney fees, or settlement structure.

A final approval hearing is scheduled for May 11. At that hearing, a federal judge will review the settlement, consider any objections, and decide whether to grant final approval. If approved, payments will be issued after administrative costs, taxes, and legal fees are deducted from the $28 million fund.

The exact payout per person has not been finalized. As with most class-action settlements, individual payments will depend on how many valid claims are submitted. Fewer claims generally mean higher individual payments, while a large response can reduce per-person amounts.

How to file a SiriusXM settlement claim

Filing a claim is designed to be straightforward. Claims must be submitted through the official SiriusXM settlement website, which is managed by a court-appointed settlement administrator.

Claimants are typically asked to provide basic identifying information, their phone number, and a declaration confirming they meet the eligibility requirements. Supporting documentation is not always required upfront, but false claims can be rejected or penalized.

Consumers should be cautious of third-party sites or emails offering to “help” file claims for a fee. Legitimate class-action claims are free to file, and no payment is required to participate.

Once claims are reviewed and the settlement receives final approval, eligible participants will receive payment by check or electronic transfer, depending on the options offered by the administrator.