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Hyundai, Kia - Vehicle Theft
If your Hyundai or Kia was stolen or broken into on or after April 29, 2025, and you had the free anti-theft Software Upgrade installed (or an appointment scheduled), you can file a claim for up to $4,500. You need to submit proof, and the deadline is March 31, 2027.
You may qualify if your Hyundai or Kia (a covered model not factory-equipped with an immobilizer) had a qualifying theft or theft attempt on or after April 29, 2025, and the free anti-theft Software Upgrade was installed or scheduled at the time of the incident. Payout: Up to $4,500 for a total loss, up to $2,250 for a partial loss, or up to $375 for a qualifying theft attempt. Proof of purchase is required to file. Claim deadline: March 31, 2027. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on July 26, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may qualify if you own or owned a covered Hyundai or Kia that was not factory-equipped with an engine immobilizer — models like the Elantra, Sonata, Santa Fe, Tucson, Kona, Forte, Optima, Rio, Sportage, Accent, and others. The theft or theft attempt must have happened on or after April 29, 2025, and at the time of the incident your vehicle must have already had the free Software Upgrade installed, or you had an appointment on the books to get it done.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
You may qualify if your Hyundai or Kia (a covered model not factory-equipped with an immobilizer) had a qualifying theft or theft attempt on or after April 29, 2025, and the free anti-theft Software Upgrade was installed or scheduled at the time of the incident.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
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- The claim deadline is March 31, 2027 — missing it almost certainly means no payment.
- The theft or attempt must have happened on or after April 29, 2025. Earlier incidents don't qualify.
- The Software Upgrade must have been installed — or an appointment must have been scheduled — before the theft. Getting it installed after the fact won't help.
- Your vehicle must be a model that wasn't factory-equipped with an immobilizer. If your car came with a built-in immobilizer from the factory, you're not in the class.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with the official administrator via the official claim form before March 31, 2027.
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1Check that your vehicle is a covered model not factory-equipped with an immobilizer (Accent, Elantra, Kona, Santa Fe, Sonata, Tucson, Forte, Optima, Rio, Sportage, and similar).
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2Confirm the theft or theft attempt happened on or after April 29, 2025.
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3Verify the free Software Upgrade was installed on your vehicle — or that you had an appointment scheduled — at the time of the incident.
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4Gather your proof documents (police report, insurance records, repair bills, or other evidence of the theft or attempt).
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5Go to the claim form at https://www.hkmultistateimmobilizersettlement.com/submit-claim and fill it out.
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6Submit your claim before March 31, 2027.
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When will I get paid?
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Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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Common questions
Is the Hyundai, Kia - Vehicle Theft settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Hyundai, Kia - Vehicle Theft settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (www.hkmultistateimmobilizersettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on July 26, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
You may qualify if your Hyundai or Kia (a covered model not factory-equipped with an immobilizer) had a qualifying theft or theft attempt on or after April 29, 2025, and the free anti-theft Software Upgrade was installed or scheduled at the time of the incident.
How much can I get from the Hyundai, Kia - Vehicle Theft settlement?
Up to $4,500 for a total loss, up to $2,250 for a partial loss, or up to $375 for a qualifying theft attempt. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is March 31, 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.
Where is the official Hyundai, Kia - Vehicle Theft claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
What counts as a 'qualifying theft attempt' versus a 'partial loss'?
A qualifying theft attempt is when someone tried to steal your car but it wasn't taken. A partial loss covers damage from a theft where the vehicle was recovered but not totaled. A total loss means the car was stolen and declared a total loss or never recovered.
I got the Software Upgrade a while back — how do I prove it?
Check your dealership service records, the confirmation you received when the upgrade was done, or any appointment confirmation showing it was scheduled before the theft occurred. Contact your Hyundai or Kia dealer if you need documentation.
My theft happened before April 29, 2025. Can I still file?
No. Only incidents on or after April 29, 2025 are covered under this settlement.
Does my insurance payout affect what I can get here?
The settlement terms don't specify an offset, but review your claim carefully for any coordination-of-benefits language. In general, these settlements can supplement what insurance covered, but confirm what documentation is requested when you file.
What's the deadline and what happens if I miss it?
The claim deadline is March 31, 2027. Missing it means you give up your right to compensation from this settlement — so file well before that date.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal 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. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.