{"id":400,"date":"2024-12-20T02:04:07","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T02:04:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/?p=400"},"modified":"2024-12-20T02:04:08","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T02:04:08","slug":"hyundai-vehicle-theft-settlement-eligibility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/hyundai-vehicle-theft-settlement-eligibility\/","title":{"rendered":"Hyundai Vehicle Theft Class Action Settlement: Eligibility, Payment &amp; How to Claim"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hyundai has reached a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/hyundai-vehicle-theft-settlement-eligibility\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/hyundai-vehicle-theft-settlement-eligibility\/\">class action settlement<\/a> to resolve allegations that certain vehicles were manufactured without engine immobilizers, making them highly susceptible to theft. If you own or lease an affected Hyundai vehicle, you may be eligible for compensation under this settlement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#the-allegations\">The Allegations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#who-qualifies\">Who Qualifies?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#compensation-overview\">Compensation Overview<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#important-deadlines\">Important Deadlines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-file-a-claim\">How to File a Claim<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#key-case-information\">Key Case Information<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#need-help\">Need Help?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-allegations\"><strong>The Allegations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plaintiffs claim Hyundai sold vehicles without engine immobilizers, a standard anti-theft feature in most cars. This alleged defect left vehicles vulnerable to theft, causing significant financial losses for owners and lessees due to vehicle damage, personal property loss, increased insurance premiums, and other expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hyundai denies the allegations but agreed to a settlement to resolve the lawsuit and avoid further litigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-qualifies\"><strong>Who Qualifies?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You are eligible if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Own or lease a <strong>Hyundai vehicle<\/strong> manufactured without an engine immobilizer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experienced theft, attempted theft, or incurred other costs related to the vehicle\u2019s vulnerability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To confirm eligibility, check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the settlement website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/equifax-data-breach-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"23\">Equifax Data Breach Settlement: Amount, Deadlines and Compensation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/verizon-100m-administrative-fees-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"393\">Verizon $100M Administrative Fees Class Action Settlement Explained 2024<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/2m-bosch-appliances-class-action-settlement-2024\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"386\">$2M Bosch Home Appliances Class Action Settlement 2024: Claim Cash or Extended Benefits<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/verizon-class-action-settlement-2024\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"188\">Verizon Class Action Settlement 2024: Payout Details, Eligibility, and Payment Timeline<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"compensation-overview\"><strong>Compensation Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible claimants can receive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vehicle Total Loss:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>60% of the Black Book value<\/strong> for total loss from theft or attempted theft.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Damage or Property Loss:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>$3,375 or 33% of the vehicle&#8217;s Black Book value<\/strong>, whichever is greater.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insurance Costs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Up to <strong>$375<\/strong> for increased premiums or deductible expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Out-of-Pocket Costs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Up to <strong>$250<\/strong> for other theft-related expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anti-Theft Measures:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Up to $50<\/strong> for steering wheel locks or <strong>$300<\/strong> for aftermarket anti-theft devices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Software Upgrade Costs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Up to $250<\/strong> for lost income or childcare costs incurred while installing the software upgrade.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"important-deadlines\"><strong>Important Deadlines<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Exclusion\/Objection Deadline:<\/strong> May 3, 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Hearing:<\/strong> July 15, 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Claim Submission Deadline:<\/strong> March 31, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-file-a-claim\"><strong>How to File a Claim<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claimants must provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vehicle VIN<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of ownership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documentation of theft, damage, or expenses (e.g., receipts, insurance records).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claims can be submitted via the official settlement website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-case-information\"><strong>Key Case Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Case Name:<\/strong> <em>In re: Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Marketing, Sales Practices, and Product Liability Litigation<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Case Number:<\/strong> 8:22-ml-03052-JVS-KES<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Court:<\/strong> U.S. District Court for the Central District of California<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/thomson-reuters-27-5m-privacy-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"366\">Thomson Reuters $27.5M Privacy Settlement: Eligibility, Payment &amp; How to Submit Claim<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/1975m-atm-fees-class-action-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"376\">Cash Alert: $197.5M ATM Fees Class Action Settlement! Eligibility &amp; Claim Your Share<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/claim-cash-3-65m-t-mobile-employment-settlement\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"371\">Claim Your Cash: $3.65M T-Mobile Employment Class Action Settlement<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"need-help\"><strong>Need Help?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For assistance, contact the settlement administrator:<br><strong>Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Settlement Administrator<\/strong><br>P.O. Box 6609, East Brunswick, NJ 08816<br><strong>Phone:<\/strong> 833-982-3330<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Act now to ensure you receive the compensation you\u2019re entitled to under this significant settlement!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hyundai has reached a class action settlement to resolve allegations that certain vehicles were manufactured without engine immobilizers, making them highly susceptible to theft. If you own or lease an affected Hyundai vehicle, you may be eligible for compensation under this settlement. The Allegations Plaintiffs claim Hyundai sold vehicles without engine immobilizers, a standard anti-theft&nbsp;<a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/hyundai-vehicle-theft-settlement-eligibility\/\">Continue reading<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":406,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-400","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-finance"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/400","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=400"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/400\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1142,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/400\/revisions\/1142"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/406"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=400"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=400"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=400"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}