You May Have a Fire Truck Price Fixing Claim — Here's Why
July 1, 2026
If your fire department has purchased a fire truck at any point since 2016, there's a straightforward reason to pay attention to a pending federal antitrust case: you may have a claim for compensation.
What's Alleged in This Case
The litigation alleges that fire truck manufacturers engaged in monopolistic conduct and potential price gouging or price fixing relating to the purchase of fire apparatus. According to the allegations, fire trucks have become too expensive and are taking too long to produce — and plaintiffs contend that these outcomes are tied to coordinated conduct among manufacturers rather than ordinary market forces. These claims are part of the consolidated federal case, MDL 3179, and remain unproven allegations at this stage.
What This Means for Your Department
If these allegations are proven, fire departments that paid inflated prices or experienced unreasonable delays in obtaining fire trucks since 2016 may be entitled to reimbursement for those losses. It's worth investigating these claims now — not because your department is guaranteed a recovery, but because a free review is the only way to know whether your specific purchases are covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if we're not sure our truck purchase qualifies?
That's normal — most departments aren't sure until they've had their records reviewed.
Does the type of truck matter?
The allegations cover fire apparatus broadly, so it's worth discussing regardless of the specific type.
How do we get started?
A single call to our office begins the free case review process.
Watch attorney Peter Bowman explain the claim: You May Have A Claim (YouTube).
If your department has purchased a fire truck since 2016, contact BBB Attorneys today for a free case review to determine whether you may have a claim under MDL 3179.
