Published
July 10, 2026
Updated
July 29, 2026
This $237.5 million settlement covers qualifying U.S. purchasers and lessees of trucks equipped with certain 2010–2019 Hino engines. The administrator says claim validation is complete and payments have been issued for every approved claim.
Current Status
The claims process is complete. The official administrator website says validation has finished and payments have been issued for all approved claims.The June 17, 2024 claim deadline remains closed. This is a payment-issued status, not a new or reopened claim opportunity.
StatusPayments IssuedThe administrator reports that all approved claims have been paid.
Claim DeadlineJune 17, 2024This page does not accept claims.
Estimated Payout$1,500–$15,000 estimated per truckSee the official source for case-specific calculations.
Proof RequiredYesUnique ID and VIN, or ownership/lease records when the claim could not be matched.
What the Lawsuit Alleged
Plaintiffs alleged Hino misrepresented emissions levels for certain trucks and that the engines exceeded regulatory limits. Hino denied the civil claims and settled without the court deciding which side was right.Who Was Included?
The class generally included people and entities that purchased or leased a qualifying truck through October 30, 2023. Eligible trucks were on-road vehicles originally sold or leased in the United States with Hino engine model years 2010 through 2019.What the Settlement Provided
The cash fund paid valid claims, with pre-distribution estimates ranging from about $1,500 to $15,000 per qualifying truck. The agreement also included extended emissions-component warranty coverage and potential new-parts warranty protection for certain recall or repair campaigns.What Proof Was Required?
Claimants used the unique identifier from their notice and the vehicle identification number. If the administrator could not verify the claim, ownership or lease records could be required.Sources
Official administrator website: Hino Emissions Class Action Settlement.Government case background: U.S. Department of Justice Hino Motors case page.
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Settlement Amount
$237,500,000
Case Title
Express Freight International, et al. v. Hino Motors Ltd., et al.
Case Number
1:22-cv-22483-Gayles/Torres
Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Claim Deadline
June 17, 2024
Status
Payments Issued
Official Website
HinoUSASettlement.com
