Car finance compensation scheme faces delay after consumer group launches legal challenge

Apr 28, 2026 · 11:18 AM UTC ·3 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 29 views

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Car finance compensation scheme faces delay after consumer group launches legal challenge

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A legal challenge by Consumer Voice is causing delays to a £9.1 billion car finance compensation scheme in the UK. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) had introduced the scheme to compensate motorists for mis-sold motor finance, but Consumer Voice argues it is inadequate. The FCA has indicated that this challenge could prolong uncertainty for consumers and the motor finance market.

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▪Consumer Voice has applied to London's Upper Tribunal to contest the FCA's compensation scheme.
▪The FCA's scheme aims to provide quick compensation to consumers affected by mis-sold motor finance.
▪Consumer Voice claims the scheme under-compensates consumers to protect lenders.

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