Vodafone’s €5 price hike faces EU court battle over mass refunds

Over 110,000 customers await justice as Europe’s top court weighs in. Will Vodafone repay millions—or set a dangerous pricing precedent?

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2025 December 2 . 7:14 AM

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Class Action Against Vodafone Drags On - Vodafone’s €5 price hike faces EU court battle over mass refunds

A major class-action lawsuit against Vodafone is set to drag on after a German court paused proceedings. The case, involving over 110,000 customers, now hinges on a ruling from Europe's highest court. At stake are refunds for millions affected by a controversial price increase.

The dispute began when Vodafone raised fixed-line internet prices by five euros per month for ten million customers. Consumer group vzbv argued the hike was unlawful and launched a lawsuit on behalf of more than 110,000 people.

The Higher Regional Court in Hamm has now suspended the case. It has asked the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in Luxembourg to clarify whether the price increases broke EU law. This referral means a final decision is unlikely before 2026.

If the CJEU rules in favor of consumers, affected customers could receive automatic refunds. They would not need to take separate legal action to reclaim the extra charges.

The lawsuit remains on hold while the CJEU reviews the case. A ruling against Vodafone would force the company to repay millions in overcharges. The outcome will also set a precedent for future pricing disputes across the EU.