The Detroit 3 and the UAW raised alarms that the original proposal could have resulted in $10.5 billion in automaker fines through 2032.
The Tesla boss said that "from an investor standpoint, if there is something I'm taking, I should keep taking it," in an interview posted Monday.
The automaker was accused of failing to fix a problem despite multiple recalls; supplier Robert Bosch also named in proposed class action.
Companies are using AI to beef up voice assistants and other responses.
Nissan retailers began receiving emails and calls from factory reps offering $500 to $2,000 for every vehicle they accept. But dealers are already struggling with a triple-digit days' supply.