Kia Hyundai settlement offers cash and security upgrades to owners
Hyundai and Kia reached a multistate settlement over vehicles sold without engine immobilizers — the security gap that fueled a wave of viral car thefts. If your car was stolen or tampered with after you got the software update, you can file for cash reimbursement.
Owners and lessees of 2011-2022 Hyundai or Kia vehicles lacking factory engine immobilizers who experienced a qualifying theft or attempted theft on or after April 29, 2025, after having received the software update. Payout: Up to $4,500 for total loss, $2,250 for partial loss, $375 for attempted theft, from a $4.5 million consumer restitution fund. Proof of purchase is required to file. Claim deadline: March 31, 2027. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 17, 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 owned or leased a 2011–2022 Hyundai or Kia that didn't come with a factory engine immobilizer, AND your car was stolen or someone tried to steal it on or after April 29, 2025 — but only after you had already received the software security update.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
Owners and lessees of 2011-2022 Hyundai or Kia vehicles lacking factory engine immobilizers who experienced a qualifying theft or attempted theft on or after April 29, 2025, after having received the software update
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
How hard is this claim to file?
What the form asks
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Documents you'll need
Watch out for
- The theft must have occurred on or after April 29, 2025 AND after you already received the software update — an earlier theft, or a theft before the update, does not qualify.
- Only use the official domain www.hkmultistateimmobilizersettlement.com — scam copycat sites appear after every high-profile settlement; double-check the URL before entering any personal info.
- The restitution fund is capped at $4.5 million total; if claims exceed the fund, individual payouts could be reduced below the stated maximums.
- Do not wait until close to the March 31, 2027 deadline — the administrator may have processing backlogs and document reviews take time.
- Keep copies of everything you submit — the confirmation number and uploaded files — in case there are follow-up questions from the administrator.
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 Angeion Group via the official claim form before March 31, 2027.
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1Confirm you previously received the software update on your 2011-2022 Hyundai or Kia — the theft must have happened after that update was installed.
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2Gather your VIN, proof of ownership, police report or insurance records, repair receipts, and any reimbursement documentation before you start the form.
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3Go to the official claim portal at https://www.hkmultistateimmobilizersettlement.com/submit-claim and fill out the restitution claim form.
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4Upload or attach all required documents — missing paperwork is the fastest way to get rejected.
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5Submit the claim before March 31, 2027 and save your confirmation.
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6Separately, if you haven't scheduled the free zinc-reinforced ignition cylinder protector installation, do that at an authorized dealership — you have one year from your notification date.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open You are here
- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
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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- Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Administrator the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
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Claim deadline
March 31, 2027
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Eligibility summary
Owners and lessees of 2011-2022 Hyundai or Kia vehicles lacking factory engine immobilizers who experienced a qualifying theft or attempted theft on or after April 29, 2025, after having received the software update
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Proof requirement
Yes
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Proof required: VIN, proof of ownership, police reports/insurance records, repair receipts, and reimbursement documentation.
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Payment status
Claim period open
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Estimated payout
Up to $4,500 for total loss, $2,250 for partial loss, $375 for attempted theft, from a $4.5 million consumer restitution fund
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Administrator
Angeion Group
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
251202044
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA BY ATTORNEY GENERAL DAVID W. SUNDAY JR. V. HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA INC.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Case name: COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA BY ATTORNEY GENERAL DAVID W. SUNDAY JR. V. HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA INC.
Common questions
Is the Kia Hyundai settlement offers cash and security upgrades to owners settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Kia Hyundai settlement offers cash and security upgrades to owners settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Angeion Group. 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 June 17, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Owners and lessees of 2011-2022 Hyundai or Kia vehicles lacking factory engine immobilizers who experienced a qualifying theft or attempted theft on or after April 29, 2025, after having received the software update
How much can I get from the Kia Hyundai settlement offers cash and security upgrades to owners settlement?
Up to $4,500 for total loss, $2,250 for partial loss, $375 for attempted theft, from a $4.5 million consumer restitution fund. 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.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Claim period open. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Kia Hyundai settlement offers cash and security upgrades to owners pay out?
Current payment status: Claim period open. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Kia Hyundai settlement offers cash and security upgrades to owners claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Angeion Group. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
What years and models are covered?
2011–2022 Hyundai and Kia vehicles that were manufactured without a factory engine immobilizer. Check the official site to confirm your specific model.
When is the deadline to file a claim?
The claim deadline is March 31, 2027. You have time, but gathering your documents now is easier while everything is fresh.
Do I need to show proof of the theft?
Yes. You'll need documentation — a police report is the most common, but insurance records or repair invoices can help support your claim too.
How much can I get?
Up to $4,500 if your car was a total loss, up to $2,250 for a partial loss, or up to $375 for an attempted theft. Payments come from a $4.5 million restitution fund.
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.