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Hyundai and Kia Airbag Control Unit Settlement
Own a 2010-2023 Hyundai or Kia with a defective airbag control unit? Claim up to $350 plus expense reimbursement by April 8, 2027.
Up to $350 for recalled vehicles, up to $150 for unrecalled vehicles, plus reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket expenses including rental cars, towing, childcare, repairs, and lost wages
Who may qualify
You're eligible if you owned or leased an eligible 2010-2023 Hyundai (Sonata, Kona, Veloster) or Kia (Optima, Forte, Sedona) vehicle by April 14, 2025, originally sold or leased in the U.S. Use the VIN lookup tool on the settlement website to confirm your vehicle's eligibility.
Current and former owners or lessees of eligible 2010-2023 Hyundai Sonata, Kona, Veloster, and Kia Optima, Forte, and Sedona vehicles, originally sold or leased in the U.S., with ownership/lease beginning by April 14, 2025
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- April 8, 2027
- Exclusion deadline
- August 25, 2025 (passed)
- Objection deadline
- August 25, 2025 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
File a claim form with proof of ownership/lease and VIN. For expense reimbursement, provide receipts or documentation; for residual payout, settlement notice ID or vehicle registration may suffice.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with JND Legal Administration, PO Box 91478, Seattle, WA 98111 via the official claim form before April 8, 2027.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Yes.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website run by JND Legal Administration, PO Box 91478, Seattle, WA 98111.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before April 8, 2027.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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Common questions
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Current and former owners or lessees of eligible 2010-2023 Hyundai Sonata, Kona, Veloster, and Kia Optima, Forte, and Sedona vehicles, originally sold or leased in the U.S., with ownership/lease beginning by April 14, 2025
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is April 8, 2027. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Yes. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Hyundai and Kia Airbag Control Unit Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Hyundai and Kia Airbag Control Unit Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, JND Legal Administration, PO Box 91478, Seattle, WA 98111. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Which Hyundai and Kia models are covered?
Eligible models include 2010-2013 Kia Forte/Forte Koup, 2011-2019 Hyundai Sonata (including Hybrid), 2011-2020 Kia Optima (including Hybrid), 2011-2012/2014 Kia Sedona, 2018-2023 Hyundai Kona, and 2019-2021 Hyundai Veloster. Use the VIN lookup tool to confirm your vehicle's eligibility.
How much compensation will I receive?
You may receive up to $350 for recalled vehicles or $150 for unrecalled vehicles. Additionally, you can claim reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket expenses related to the recall, such as rental cars, towing, repairs, childcare, and lost wages.
What documentation do I need to submit?
For residual payments, if you have your settlement notice ID, you may not need additional documentation. For expense reimbursement, provide receipts, invoices, or statements. For proof of vehicle ownership/lease, submit a title, registration, purchase/lease agreement, or insurance documentation showing your name and VIN.
What is the defect in these vehicles?
The vehicles were equipped with defective ZF-TRW airbag control units susceptible to electrical overstress, which could potentially cause airbags and other safety features to fail during a collision.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Use the official settlement administrator or government source.
Listed on the official settlement website (JND Legal Administration).
Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 9, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.