{"id":1982,"date":"2025-07-15T09:24:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T13:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/?p=1982"},"modified":"2025-07-18T15:47:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T19:47:16","slug":"hyundai-defective-airbag-class-action-settlement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/hyundai-defective-airbag-class-action-settlement\/","title":{"rendered":"Hyundai Defective Airbag Class Action Settlement: How To Claim $62.1M"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:0\">Hyundai and Kia recently agreed to a substantial $62.1 million settlement to resolve allegations concerning defective airbag control units installed in several vehicle models. The <strong>Hyundai defective airbag class action settlement<\/strong> addresses claims that certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles contained <a href=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/classactions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"faulty ZF-TRW airbag control units\">faulty ZF-TRW airbag control units<\/a>, potentially putting passengers at risk due to malfunctioning airbags during collisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you own or lease specific Hyundai or Kia vehicles, you may be eligible for reimbursement of expenses, residual payments, and additional benefits. In this article, we&#8217;ll break down everything you need to know about the settlement, including eligibility, how to claim your benefits, and critical deadlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Untitled-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1984\" style=\"width:733px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Untitled-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Untitled-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Untitled-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Untitled.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cbca72a29728ff268a8b506bae3e6eae\">Table of Contents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#background-of-the-settlement\">Background of the Hyundai Defective Airbag Class Action Settlement<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#vehicles-affected\">Vehicles Affected<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#settlement-benefits\">Settlement Benefits<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Out-of-Pocket Expense Reimbursement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Residual Payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Parts Warranty and Inspection Program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#who-is-eligible\">Who Is Eligible?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-file-a-claim\">How to File a Claim<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#related-airbag-settlements\">Related Airbag Settlements<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion: Why This Settlement Matters<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"background-of-the-settlement\">Background of the Hyundai Defective Airbag Class Action Settlement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">The lawsuit originated from claims that certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles were equipped with defective ZF-TRW airbag control units, leading to potential airbag deployment failures during accidents. Such defects significantly raised safety concerns and prompted multiple recalls and legal actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hyundai and Kia deny wrongdoing but have agreed to the settlement to resolve the allegations, ensuring affected customers receive compensation and remedy. This proactive step provides vehicle owners peace of mind and substantial financial relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bded012bd2e272547758fa66cc056e92\" id=\"vehicles-affected\">Vehicles Affected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The vehicles covered by this settlement include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hyundai Sonata (2011-2019)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (2011-2019)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyundai Kona (2018-2023)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyundai Kona N (2022-2023)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyundai Veloster (2019-2021)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kia Forte (2010-2013)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kia Forte Koup (2010-2013)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kia Optima (2011-2020)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kia Optima Hybrid (2011-2016)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kia Sedona (2011-2012, 2014)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/405401912_840232314776103_9060505992967322408_n-1200x800-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1985\" style=\"width:714px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/405401912_840232314776103_9060505992967322408_n-1200x800-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/405401912_840232314776103_9060505992967322408_n-1200x800-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/405401912_840232314776103_9060505992967322408_n-1200x800-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/405401912_840232314776103_9060505992967322408_n-1200x800-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"settlement-benefits\">Settlement Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0b93afd65d2cafba01d831ccca96c2c3\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Out-of-Pocket Expense Reimbursement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Class members can claim reimbursements for documented expenses linked to the airbag control unit recall. Covered expenses include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rental car costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Towing fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Childcare expenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repair costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lost wages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Residual Payments<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, affected owners are entitled to residual payments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Up to <strong>$350<\/strong> for recalled vehicles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to <strong>$150<\/strong> for unrecalled vehicles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Parts Warranty and Inspection Program<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The settlement also includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A new parts warranty specifically for recalled vehicles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A comprehensive vehicle inspection program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An outreach initiative to boost recall completion rates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rental car reimbursements and loaner vehicles provided during repairs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/custin-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1986\" style=\"width:711px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/custin-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/custin-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/custin-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/custin-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4f69a89f10be0d4c6b2fbd6a4b5ee629\" id=\"who-is-eligible\">Who Is Eligible?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You qualify for this settlement if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Own or leased one of the affected vehicles listed above<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Held ownership or a lease as of April 14, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligibility verification requires providing either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Documentation proving out-of-pocket expenses (receipts, invoices), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A signed affidavit if documentation is unavailable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-file-a-claim\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">How to File a Claim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To claim your benefits, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official settlement website: <a href=\"https:\/\/ACUSettlement.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">ACUSettlement.com<\/a> to check eligibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete and <a href=\"http:\/\/usesparrow.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">submit the online claim form<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach necessary documentation or affidavits.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> All claims must be submitted by <strong>March 29, 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4f4d5d0ad3cec451fcb62db91acf680e\">Important Deadlines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Action<\/th><th>Deadline<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Exclusion\/Objection Deadline<\/td><td>August 25, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Final Approval Hearing<\/td><td>September 29, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Claim Submission Deadline<\/td><td>March 29, 2027<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5307021ab5a8f204a7b34dcac4b665eb\">Final Hearing Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A final approval hearing will be held on <strong>September 29, 2025<\/strong>, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. The hearing will assess the fairness and adequacy of the proposed settlement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"related-airbag-settlements\">Related Airbag Settlements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">If you own vehicles from other manufacturers, you might also qualify for similar settlements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>$8.5 million<\/strong> Mitsubishi airbag settlement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$78.5 million<\/strong> Toyota airbag control unit settlement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For details on eligibility and how to file for these settlements, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\/\" title=\"\">Class Action Settlements page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion: Why This Settlement Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:0\">The <strong>Hyundai defective airbag class action settlement<\/strong> represents a significant victory for affected vehicle owners, providing substantial compensation, robust warranty coverage, and proactive recall efforts. If you own or lease an eligible Hyundai or Kia vehicle, ensure you claim your benefits promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss the chance to protect your rights and recoup potential losses. For further updates and more class action settlement news, regularly check our <a href=\"https:\/\/usesparrow.com\/blog\">blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ready to claim your settlement benefits?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/usesparrow.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Submit Your Hyundai Airbag Settlement Claim Now<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover how to claim your part of the $62.1M Hyundai defective airbag class action settlement. 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