Published
January 12, 2024
Updated
July 29, 2026
The Hyundai and Kia settlement addresses theft losses involving vehicles manufactured without engine immobilizers; claims closed April 28, 2025.
Current Status
The district court granted final approval on October 1, 2024. The Ninth Circuit affirmed the approval rulings in January 2026, but the official settlement website continues to list payment issuance as to be determined while remaining settlement administration is completed.StatusFinal Approval Granted — Payment Issuance TBD
Claim DeadlineApril 28, 2025 (Passed)
BenefitVaries by theft loss, expense, and eligible vehicle benefit
Proof RequiredVehicle ownership and loss or expense documentation
What Is This Case About?
Plaintiffs alleged that certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles manufactured without engine immobilizers were unreasonably vulnerable to theft and that the companies failed to disclose or adequately remedy the risk. Hyundai and Kia denied wrongdoing and liability.Who Was Included?
The settlement covers owners and lessees of specified 2011–2022 Hyundai and Kia vehicles sold in the United States without an engine immobilizer, subject to model, benefit, and loss requirements in the official notice.What Was the Benefit?
The settlement provides reimbursements for qualifying theft losses and expenses, insurance deductibles, lost income, and certain anti-theft devices, plus a software upgrade or alternative benefit for eligible vehicles. Cash awards depend on documented losses and settlement caps.Official Information
Review the latest notices and documents on the official Hyundai Theft Settlement.com.
Settlement Amount
At least $80 million and up to $145 million in the common fund
Case Title
In re Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liability Litigation
Case Number
8:22-ml-03052-JVS-KES
Court
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Final Approval Hearing
Final approval granted October 1, 2024
Official Website
Hyundai Theft Settlement.com
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