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The Matco Tools Franchise Association
is here to support distributors,
fight for franchisee rights,
and fix the systemic legal issues
within Matco Tools that impact
every franchise owner.
We’re taking action to
“Make Matco Great Again”
Our First Item of Business...
RICO Lawsuit?
A Matco Tools franchise owner has filed a RICO civil lawsuit in California Superior Court alleging widespread legal and ethical violations by Matco Tools Corporation. The lawsuit accuses the company of a pattern of racketeering activity and systemic misconduct, including:
Knowingly releasing and covering up serious flaws in its MDBS software,
Fraudulently overcharging franchisees for startup costs and inventory,
Making false and misleading statements in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD),
Engaging in retaliatory actions against individual franchise owners,
Concealing credit card transaction errors within MDBS, potentially masking the siphoning of funds,
Submitting fraudulent List of Calls (LOC) to support the sale of a franchise..
The case outlines a consistent and coordinated effort by Matco executives to deceive franchisees, regulators, and the public—allegations that support civil RICO claims under California law. The lawsuit seeks accountability, restitution, and potential criminal referrals for those involved in the alleged misconduct.
Disclaimer: These are allegations made in a pending civil lawsuit and have not yet been proven in court.
Association Lawsuit vs. Class Action Lawsuit
The Matco Franchise Owners Association (MFOA) is currently evaluating legal action against Matco Tools Corporation on behalf of its members. This would be a separate lawsuit from any individual claims already filed and would be brought by the Association itself, not as a class action.
Unlike a traditional class action lawsuit, this type of legal action—known as an Association Lawsuit—allows the MFOA to represent the collective interests of its members without requiring court certification as a “class.” It is designed to challenge ongoing practices that harm franchise owners, seek injunctive relief, and potentially recover damages tied to systemic misconduct.
The MFOA is committed to standing up for all franchisees and holding Matco accountable for practices that violate franchise law, ethical business standards, and basic fairness.
If you are interested in getting information about the Association Lawsuit, please fill out the form here.
The plaintif is requesting nearly $42 million dollars from Matco Tools and Vontier for deliberate business manipulations that harmed his franchises.
Matco is also facing over $200 million dollars in regulatory fines for multiple violations imposed by the States of California, New York, Illinois and the Federal Government.
Nearly 2700 Matco distributors that have used MDBS version 3 (both current and former) are affected by these violations. This could be very detrimental to Matco if more franchises filed suit.
JOIN THE LAWSUIT!
Matco Tools Franchise Association: Seeking Input from Franchisees
The Matco Tools Franchise Association (MTFA) is actively gathering testimony and evidence related to ongoing legal action against Matco Tools. We want to hear from current and former Matco distributors and franchise owners who have experienced issues with Matco’s business practices, including MDBS failures, security risks, and financial misconduct.
We are currently in the process of becoming an official franchise association and are dedicated to helping and protecting franchisees. Whether you are still operating your business or have left the Matco system, your experience matters.
If you are interested in learning more, please click the “Get Help” button and send a message to Mr. Davis. He will respond within 24 hours.
Evidence & Legal Case Updates
The plaintiff in the current lawsuit is willing to share key evidence regarding Matco’s misconduct. Mr. Davis has compiled hundreds of pages of documentation supporting the claims of fraud, negligence, and security failures within Matco Tools.
For a full transcript of the lawsuit pleading, [click here].
Matco’s Issues Go Beyond MDBS
The problems at Matco Tools extend far beyond the MDBS software failures. The lawsuit has uncovered widespread allegations of:
✅ Fraudulent franchise practices
✅ Financial mismanagement
✅ Retaliation against franchisees
✅ Data security failures that could jeopardize Matco’s financial future
If you have experienced similar issues, we encourage you to step forward and share your experience.
How to Get Involved
📩 Click the “Get Help” button (red button in the upper right of your screen) to contact Mr. Davis about your MDBS issues or other concerns.
Your voice matters. Together, we can make Matco Great Again!
Current and former franchises effected by the issues at Matco Tools.
Contact Us
Email Us
For any questions or concerns, please reach out via email at Bill@GetMatcoTools.com.
We will respond promptly.
Call Us
If you prefer to speak with someone directly, call us at (855) MATCO-99.
Our team is available to help.
Text Us
You can also text us at (855) 628-8699 for any information or questions you ay have. This is the fastest way to get a hold of us.