Illinois man files lawsuit against RFK Racing over data breach potentially affecting 100 people

An Illinois man has filed a lawsuit against Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing, alleging the NASCAR team failed to protect personal information during a data breach that occurred earlier this year. The complaint, filed on October 1 in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina, could expand into a class-action lawsuit potentially involving more than 100 affected individuals.

According to the filing, the data breach took place in May and exposed sensitive personal information, including the plaintiff’s Social Security number. RFK Racing notified affected individuals in September about the incident. The lawsuit claims the team did not take sufficient cybersecurity measures to prevent the breach and that victims have suffered harm as a result.

The case seeks class-action status, which would require approval from a federal judge. If granted, it could allow others whose information was compromised to join the lawsuit. The total number of individuals affected by the breach has not been confirmed. WCNC Charlotte has requested additional details from the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office.

RFK Racing, based in Concord, North Carolina, has competed in the NASCAR Cup Series since 1988. The team, founded by longtime car owner Jack Roush, is co-owned by Fenway Sports Group and 2012 NASCAR champion Brad Keselowski. RFK Racing has 143 Cup Series wins, ranking fifth all-time, and has fielded drivers including Mark Martin, Matt Kenseth, Carl Edwards, and Kurt Busch. RFK Racing has not issued a public statement regarding the lawsuit.