Automobile Club of Southern California Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Automobile Club of Southern California members were recently notified that driver’s permit and license numbers were accessed during a third-party software breach. Our legal team is investigating potential claims on behalf of those affected. If you received a breach letter, contact us for a free, confidential case evaluation.
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)
Key Facts at a Glance
- Breach window: July 10, 2025 – August 19, 2025
- Incident discovered: December 22, 2025
- Affected system: Vendor DanubeNet, Inc. / Driving School Solutions (DSS)
- Data confirmed involved on: February 20, 2026
- Data types exposed: name, driver’s permit or license number
- Credit monitoring offered: One-year membership through Epiq
- Notice filed with California Attorney General: March 9, 2026
Background of the DSS Software Breach
Automobile Club of Southern California (“ACSC”) relies on management software from DanubeNet, Inc., also known as Driving School Solutions (DSS), to support its driving school operations. An investigation determined that an unauthorized party accessed DSS records between July 10 and August 19, 2025. DSS notified ACSC on December 22, 2025, prompting a joint review to identify impacted member data.
By January 16, 2026, ACSC confirmed that files related to its members were potentially involved. A final file-by-file review completed on February 20, 2026, revealed records containing member names and driver’s permit or license numbers.
What Information Was Involved?
According to ACSC’s notice to the California Attorney General, the following personal information was exposed:
- Name
- Driver’s permit or license number
No other data categories were listed in the official notice.
Steps Already Taken
ACSC’s vendor DSS has implemented additional security measures to prevent similar incidents and continues to work with ACSC to strengthen safeguards. A complimentary one-year credit monitoring and identity protection service through Epiq is available to all notified individuals.
Your Action Plan
- Review the breach letter carefully and follow the enclosed instructions to activate the free Epiq identity-protection membership.
- Monitor credit reports and DMV records for any unauthorized activity.
- Preserve the notice and any related expense receipts—these documents may support a future legal claim.
- Contact our investigation team to discuss your rights and potential compensation.
Company Overview
Automobile Club of Southern California serves motorists across Southern California with roadside assistance, insurance, travel, and driving school programs.
- Website: ace.aaa.com
- Headquarters: 3333 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, California, United States
- Year founded: 1900
- Industry: Motor Club / Automobile Association
- Parent entity: American Automobile Association (AAA)
- Employees: 16,000+
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Automobile Club of Southern California — what should I do?
Follow the activation instructions for the free Epiq credit-monitoring service, watch your accounts for unusual activity, and contact a qualified attorney to learn about possible claims.
How do I submit a claim related to the Automobile Club of Southern California data breach?
You can begin by requesting a free case review with our data-breach team. We will explain eligibility, documentation requirements, and the next steps at no cost to you.
Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Automobile Club of Southern California?
If your name and driver’s permit or license number were exposed, you may qualify. Eligibility ultimately depends on the legal theories pursued and any damages you have incurred.
What information did the Automobile Club of Southern California breach expose?
The notice lists two data points: your name and your driver’s permit or license number.
Did Automobile Club of Southern California offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. ACSC arranged a complimentary one-year membership with Epiq that includes credit monitoring and identity-protection services.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Automobile Club of Southern California?
You can download it directly from the California Attorney General’s website using the link above or the button provided earlier in this article.
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