Where does the LKQ Corporation case file come from?

Every entry is taken from the breach report LKQ Corporation lodged with the Montana Attorney General. Nothing here is estimated.

Why do the incident date and the report date differ?

Companies usually investigate before they report. The gap between the two dates shows how long that took.

What does the records-affected figure count?

It is the number the company gave the state. It can cover residents of that state only, so the national total may be higher.

Does this case file change over time?

Yes. When a company files an update or a new state publishes its copy of the report, the dates and counts here are refreshed.

Case file

Case File: LKQ Corporation Data Breach

This file collects the dated facts on record for the LKQ Corporation incident. The state report is dated December 15, 2025. The incident itself is dated August 1, 2025.

Timeline

136 days separate the incident date from the date it was reported.

August 1, 2025Incident dateWhen the filing says the breach took place.
December 15, 2025Report filed in MontanaDate the notice was lodged with the Montana Attorney General.

Case facts

Filing state: Montana
Date reported: December 15, 2025
Incident date: August 1, 2025
Receiving office: Montana Attorney General

Case notes

LKQ Corporation has formally reported a data security incident to authorities in Montana. This disclosure indicates that personal information held by the company may have been exposed as a result of the event.

The nature of the breach itself, as well as the specific categories of data involved, were not detailed in the public filing. However, the report confirms that the incident led to the compromise of customer or employee data. Details of this incident are derived from public records filed with state regulators.

Individuals who have received notification from LKQ Corporation should carefully review the information provided. While the specific data types are unspecified, any exposure of personal information carries potential risks. It is prudent to remain vigilant against possible misuse of your data.

To safeguard against potential harm, it is recommended to regularly review financial statements and credit reports for any unauthorized activity. Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit if you are concerned about your exposed information. Report any suspicious transactions or communications immediately to the relevant financial institutions or authorities.

The data breach occurred on August 1, 2025, with LKQ Corporation filing its official report on December 15, 2025. The company has indicated that the incident remains under investigation, suggesting that further details may become available as their assessment progresses.

Questions about this case file

Where does the LKQ Corporation case file come from?: Every entry is taken from the breach report LKQ Corporation lodged with the Montana Attorney General. Nothing here is estimated.
Why do the incident date and the report date differ?: Companies usually investigate before they report. The gap between the two dates shows how long that took.
What does the records-affected figure count?: It is the number the company gave the state. It can cover residents of that state only, so the national total may be higher.
Does this case file change over time?: Yes. When a company files an update or a new state publishes its copy of the report, the dates and counts here are refreshed.

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Filing source: Montana Attorney General

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