
Guide 1 April 2026 | Chris Roy |
The FCA car finance compensation scheme covers around 12.1 million agreements made between 2007 and 2024. The regulator expects around £7.5 billion to be paid in compensation, with an average payout of about £830 per agreement. Payouts are expected to begin in 2026, and lenders will contact eligible customers by late 2026 or early 2027. The final deadline to submit a car finance claim is 31 August 2027, with most claims expected to be resolved by January 2028.

Guide 31 March 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
FCA PS26/3 introduces a UK wide car finance compensation scheme for mis-sold car finance, including PCP claims and hire purchase agreements. The FCA estimates around £7.5 billion will be paid to consumers, with an average payout of £829 per agreement. Claims relate to undisclosed commission and unfair pricing. Payouts are expected across 2026 and 2027, and the final deadline to make a car finance claim is 31 August 2027.

News 31 March 2026 | Andrew Franks |
The FCA car finance scheme will pay an average £829 to millions affected by mis-sold car finance. With payouts in 2026, drivers can submit car finance claims or PCP claims to receive compensation and refunds linked to hidden commissions.

News 30 March 2026 | Andrew Franks |
Millions could qualify for car finance claims as the FCA prepares to unveil its redress scheme. Drivers affected by mis-sold car finance may be eligible for compensation, PCP claims and payouts in 2026.

Guide 30 March 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
If you had a Black Horse finance agreement between 2007 and 2024, you may be eligible for a car finance refund. This 2026 guide explains how to claim against Black Horse Finance, how PCP claims work, when payouts may happen, and how to check your eligibility using a refund checker before starting your claim.

News 30 March 2026 | Chris Roy |
Ford has increased provisions to £155m as car finance claims grow in the mis-sold car finance scandal. With payouts 2026 approaching, motorists may be eligible for car finance compensation, PCP claims, and refunds linked to hidden commissions.

News 28 March 2026 | Shannon Smith O'Connell |
Lloyds is facing a £66m legal challenge as thousands pursue car finance claims over mis-sold car finance. While FCA payouts in 2026 may average £700, some consumers are turning to court action for higher car finance compensation and PCP refunds.

News 27 March 2026 | Andrew Franks |
Millions may be eligible for car finance claims after a major mis-selling scandal involving PCP and HP agreements. With FCA payouts expected in 2026, drivers could claim compensation if their agreement included hidden commission or unfair terms. Find out how to start your car finance claim today.

News 26 March 2026 | Andrew Franks |
The FCA will unveil key updates to its car finance redress scheme on March 30, with payouts 2026 potentially reaching £11bn. As the car finance scandal grows, millions could be eligible for car finance claims and PCP refunds but concerns remain over who will qualify.

News 25 March 2026 | Andrew Franks |
Millions of UK drivers could be entitled to car finance compensation as the FCA prepares to reveal its redress plan for the car finance scandal. The scheme will address mis-sold car finance, including PCP claims, with payouts 2026 expected to begin soon. Motorists may be eligible for a car finance refund or PCP refund if they were overcharged due to hidden commissions.