A new GTA Online update has introduced an expensive bug, as players attempting to claim the Karin S95—which appears as free in the in-game store—are still being charged $2 million upon purchase. The issue has quickly spread across the community, with players expressing frustration over losing their in-game money without warning. Despite growing complaints, Rockstar has yet to acknowledge the bug or provide refunds to affected players.
A “Free” Car That Isn’t Free at All
The Karin S95, a high-performance sports car, was previously available for free to players migrating their GTA Online progress from last-gen consoles to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. However, following the latest update, the car is erroneously listed as free for all players on the Legendary Motorsport website—only to still deduct $2 million from their balance upon purchase.
Players who attempted to claim the vehicle quickly realized that their funds were missing, sparking confusion over whether the offer was intentional or a mistake. As reports flooded social media and gaming forums, it became clear that this was a serious bug affecting multiple players.
Rockstar Remains Silent on the Issue
As of now, Rockstar Games has not officially acknowledged the problem, nor have they provided any indication of whether affected players will be reimbursed. This lack of communication has left many frustrated, as $2 million in GTA Online is a significant sum, requiring hours of grinding or real-money purchases through Shark Cards.
While Rockstar typically releases hotfixes for game-breaking bugs, pricing errors like this have sometimes gone unaddressed in the past. Until an official fix is implemented, players are advised to avoid purchasing the Karin S95 unless they are willing to risk losing their money.
Can Players Get a Refund?
For those who have already lost their in-game currency due to the bug, contacting Rockstar Support may be the only way to attempt a refund. However, Rockstar has historically been inconsistent with granting reimbursements for in-game errors, meaning there’s no guarantee that affected players will get their money back.
If you’ve been affected by this bug, here’s what you can do:
- Avoid purchasing the Karin S95 until Rockstar issues a fix.
- Submit a ticket to Rockstar Support (support.rockstargames.com) and explain the issue.
- Monitor official Rockstar channels for any announcements or patch notes addressing the bug.
Final Thoughts
Bugs in GTA Online aren’t uncommon, but when they involve in-game currency losses, they can have a serious impact on the player base. Losing $2 million due to an unintended pricing error is not a minor issue, and Rockstar’s continued silence on the matter only adds to player frustration.
For now, players should avoid the Karin S95 purchase and keep an eye out for a possible fix. Have you experienced this issue? Let us know in the comments if you managed to get a refund or if Rockstar has responded to your support ticket.
