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Nintendo Customers Sue for Share of Trump Tariff Refunds
The proposed class action says Nintendo raised prices on consoles and accessories and could recover the same tariff costs twice, including interest.
- On Tuesday, consumers Gregory Hoffert and Prashant Sharan filed a class-action lawsuit against Nintendo of America in U.S. District Court in Western Washington, alleging the company collected tariff costs from customers while seeking government refunds.
- President Trump's 2025 'reciprocal' tariffs were ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court in February 2026, opening the door for importers like Nintendo to claim refunds. Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa previously told investors the company would 'incorporate them into the price.'
- Citing tariff impacts, Nintendo raised Switch 2 accessory costs by about $1 to $10, including the Pro Controller, and increased prices for the original Switch console by $30 to $50 in August 2025.
- Plaintiffs argue that unless the court intervenes, Nintendo will recover the same tariff payments 'twice'—once from consumers through higher prices and once from the federal government through refunds. The suit seeks restitution and damages exceeding $5,000,000.
- Similar lawsuits targeting Lululemon and Costco are emerging nationwide, signaling broader industry exposure. While some firms may reimburse customers, Nintendo has made no legally binding commitment to return tariff-related overcharges to those who paid them.
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