Defendant: Hyundai Motor America; Kia America, Inc. | Category: Automotive | Added: 2026-07-08
Alleged Issue
Certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles were sold without industry-standard engine immobilizers, allegedly making them easy to steal and fueling a wave of viral social-media-driven thefts.
Eligibility
Owners/lessees of specific non-immobilizer-equipped Hyundai/Kia models (model years 2011-2022) who experienced a qualifying theft or theft attempt on or after April 29, 2025 and before receiving the free zinc-sleeve upgrade or March 31, 2027, and who had the anti-theft software upgrade installed or scheduled at the time.
Estimated Payout
Up to $4,500 for total loss, up to $2,250 for partial loss, up to $375 for a theft attempt; funds are limited and disbursed on a rolling basis.