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Toyota IC Forklift Emissions Settlement
Toyota agreed to pay $299.5 million to settle claims that IC forklifts sold 2007-2021 failed to meet emissions standards; eligible owners can receive $1,000-$2,500 per forklift plus free service.
$1,000 to $2,500 per eligible forklift (pro-rata distribution based on number of claims), plus one free service visit and potential warranty coverage
Who may qualify
You qualify if you owned or leased a Toyota IC forklift with engine types 1KD (2014-2021), 1ZS (2014-2021), 1FS (2013-2021), or 4Y (2007-2021), purchased in the United States on or before January 20, 2026. You can claim even if you no longer own the forklift.
Owners and lessees of Toyota IC forklifts with internal combustion engines (models 1KD, 1ZS, 1FS, or 4Y) built between 2007-2021, purchased or leased in the United States on or before January 20, 2026
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- September 22, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- June 1, 2026 (passed)
- Objection deadline
- June 1, 2026 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Must provide forklift model/serial number and proof of ownership or lease agreement (title, registration, purchase/lease agreement, or insurance documentation).
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Verita Global (Toyota Forklift Settlement Administrator) via the official claim form before September 22, 2026.
- 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 Verita Global (Toyota Forklift Settlement Administrator).
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before September 22, 2026.
- 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?
Owners and lessees of Toyota IC forklifts with internal combustion engines (models 1KD, 1ZS, 1FS, or 4Y) built between 2007-2021, purchased or leased in the United States on or before January 20, 2026
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is September 22, 2026. 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 Toyota IC Forklift Emissions 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 Toyota IC Forklift Emissions Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Verita Global (Toyota Forklift Settlement Administrator). Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
How do I know if my forklift is eligible?
Your forklift must have one of these engines: 1KD (2014-2021), 1ZS (2014-2021), 1FS (2013-2021), or 4Y (2007-2021), and must have been purchased or leased in the United States on or before January 20, 2026. Visit ForkliftSettlement.com to verify your specific model and serial number.
What documentation do I need to claim?
You need the forklift model number and serial number, plus proof of ownership or lease (title, registration, purchase/lease agreement, or insurance documentation). You can also claim online with your Class Member ID and PIN from the settlement notice.
When is the claim deadline?
Claims must be submitted online or postmarked no later than September 22, 2026. The deadline to exclude yourself or object to the settlement was June 1, 2026.
How much money will I receive?
You will receive between $1,000 and $2,500 per eligible forklift in a pro-rata distribution. The exact amount depends on how many valid claims are submitted. All claimants also receive one free service visit at an authorized Toyota dealership.
Can I claim if I no longer own the forklift?
Yes. You can submit a claim even if you no longer own or lease the forklift, as long as you owned or leased it at some point during the eligible time period (2007-2021 for purchase/lease).
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 (Verita Global (Toyota Forklift Settlement Administrator)).
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.