Investors Target Hyliion Over Alleged Misleading Data Center Deal

The complaint, filed by Philadelphia-based law firm Berger Montague, targets activity between May 12 and June 23, 2026. Hyliion initially touted a non-binding letter of intent to deploy 250 KARNO Power Modules at VFG sites. However, the lawsuit alleges that VFG lacked the operational substance to support such a project, describing the firm as a newly formed entity with a minimal staff and a lack of verifiable infrastructure. Within a week of the initial partnership announcement, CEO Thomas Healy and CFO Jon Panzer disclosed the sale of company shares under pre-arranged trading plans.

The volatility intensified on June 23, 2026, following a report by Pelican Way Research that characterized the Hyliion-VFG agreement as a sham. The market reaction was immediate: Hyliion shares dropped 17% that day, followed by an additional 19% decline the following session, closing at $4.92. Investors who purchased securities during the class period have until October 27, 2026, to apply for lead plaintiff status. Berger Montague is currently coordinating inquiries for those seeking to participate in the recovery process.