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A settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit alleging Hyundai Motor America and Hyundai Motor Company misrepresented the fuel economy of certain Hyundai vehicles. Consumers who purchased or leased certain Hyundai vehicles could be eligible for a cash payment or other benefits from the class action settlement.
On Nov. 2, 2012, Hyundai issued a statement informing the public that it was voluntarily decreasing the fuel economy ratings of each vehicle. Subsequently, several class action lawsuits were filed alleging that, prior to Nov. 2, 2012, the fuel economy ratings for the Class Vehicles were misrepresented. In 2013, the class action lawsuits were consolidated into mulitidstrict litigation titled In re: Hyundai and Kia Fuel Economy Litigation. The plaintiffs allege that they would not have purchased the vehicles or that they paid more for their vehicles than they otherwise would have if not for the misrepresentation.
Hyundai has agreed to establish a Lifetime Reimbursement Program that offers benefits to consumers who purchased certain 2011, 2012 and 2013 Hyundai vehicles. However, the plaintiffs have alleged that this reimbursement program is inadequate. Hyundai denies the allegations but agreed to offer additional benefits under the terms of the class action settlement.
UPDATE: As of Apr. 11, 2016, six different appeals have been filed concerning this settlement. Until the Court resolves those appeals, the Claims Administrator is unable to mail out settlement funds.Â
UPDATE 2: As of June 1, 2016, the Court has not made a decision in this class action settlement.Â
UPDATE 3: On January 23, 2018, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the Hyundai/Kia Fuel Economy class action settlement. This means that claims will not be paid. Please keep checking Top Class Actions for updates. We will let our viewers know if a revised settlement is submitted to the court.
UPDATE 4: On June 28, 2019, the Hyundai/Kia Fuel Economy class action settlement was reinstated. It is not known how quickly claims will be paid. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.
Who’s Eligible
Class Members of the fuel economy class action settlement include any current or former owner of a Class Vehicle who was the owner or lessee on or before Nov. 2, 2012, and whose vehicle was registered in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia. A list of the Class Vehicles can be found on the last page of the Class Notice. [A copy of the Class Notice (PDF) is available here.]
NOTE: Rental fleet owners, government entities (except to the extent that a government entity is the owner or lessee of a Fleet Class Vehicle), judges assigned to the litigation, and persons who have previously executed a release of Hyundai for claims concerning the fuel economy of a Class Vehicle are excluded from the class action settlement.
Potential Award
Class Members can submit a claim to receive an up-front lump sum payment or other benefits. Alternatively, Class Members can sign up for the Lifetime Reimbursement Program.
Lump Sum Payment Option: The amount of the lump sum payment varies depending upon the year and model of the Hyundai vehicle that you owned or leased, plus certain other factors. Although each Class Member’s situation differs, a potential average maximum settlement benefit for those who elect a lump sum cash payment is $353. Class Members can elect one of the following lump sum payment options [See Class Notice (PDF) for details]:
- Cash Debit Card
- Dealer Service Debit Card
- New Car Rebate Certificate
Lifetime Reimbursement Program: As an alternative to the lump sum payment provided for in the class action settlement, the Lifetime Reimbursement Program provides current and former owners and lessees of Class Vehicles with personalized cash debit cards to pay for the additional fuel costs associated with Hyundai’s revised fuel economy estimates for the affected models. If you have already registered for the Lifetime Reimbursement Program, you do not need to take further action to remain registered.
NOTE: Some participants in the Lifetime Reimbursement Program may also be eligible for benefits from the class action settlement.
Additional Compensation: Current original owners and certain former owners of Elantra, Accent, Veloster and Sonata Hybrid Class Vehicles may be entitled to additional compensation of $100 per vehicle. Current lessees and current fleet owners of Elantra, Accent, Veloster and Sonata Hybrid Class Vehicles may be entitled to an additional $50 per vehicle.
Proof of Purchase
Class Members must provide the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) when submitting a claim.
Claim Form Deadline
7/6/2015
Case Name
In re: Hyundai and Kia Fuel Economy Litigation, MDL No. 13-2424-GW (FFMx), in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Final Hearing
6/11/2015
Settlement Website
Claims Administrator
Hyundai Fuel Economy Class Action Settlement Program Headquarters
P.O. Box 10759
Newport Beach, CA 92658
1-877-277-0012
HyundaiMPGSettlement@JNRCorp.com
Class Counsel
Robert B. Carey
HAGENS BERMAN SOBOL SHAPIRO LLP
Defense Counsel
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75 thoughts onHyundai Fuel Economy Class Action Settlement
What a joke the only one who receives anything in a class action case are the scamttorneys involved.
I had a 2012 Genesis since 2012 I knew the millage stated was lie. Flied for class action due over $1,200 never saw a dime.
I have been dealing with Hyundai since June to try and get my mileage reimbursement card. I call all the numbers and send all the emails addresses they have provided me and still I have not received a call back or an email confirming my cash card will be sent for my mileage reimbursement. The phone line keeps saying it’s pretty much not available and to call back at another time.. I was told that I would be receiving reimbursement card when I go to the dealership and have them check my mileage and they submit it for the life of my car. I own a 2013 Hyundai Veloster and I am the only owner. What they are doing is fraudulent and the owners of these vehicles need to be protected. Perhaps a new lawsuit against Hyundai would be the way to go.
I have had the same run around
Seems the class action case should be reopened since Hyundai is in breach of their agreement
I too have been dealing with this issue. Original owner, waiting for my reimbursement and getting the run around
They told me to call back in a month and maybe then the MPG department will be able to answer my call. Somethings not adding up. I was told.for the life of my vehicle while I am the original owner I would be able to submit and receive a claim and hyundai is not keeping their part of the deal. They weren’t planning on us keeping our cars 10+ years and now they’re going back on their word. I hope they do the right thing and send us our reimbursements. It feels like I am begging for something I am owed…
I am having the same problem.
Same here. BS. Original owner from 2011 and just passed 275,000 miles. I have been reimbursed the whole time but now it is crickets. The process was a pain and is meant to wear you down so you quit. You told me for as long as I own the car, I will be reimbursed. I am not the one who lied! Stop sending me all your literature on a new Hyundai.
As of 8/1/2022: Been trying to get my rebate since March 2022. Just alot of emails back and forth and them telling me it will take more time. Just sent another email and it bounced back as not a valid email. I may check in with the dealership and see what’s going on.
I have been having the same problem and I have been getting the run around. I wonder if the case can be reopened. I have had my car for 10 years and the MPG rewards program is supposed to be for as long as you own the car and I still own the car.
The entire class action is BS without anyone monitoring the settlement. I submitted a reimbursement request on 09/29/21 and am yet to receive a debit card. I have followed up numerous times only to be told it’s coming. So is Christmas! Now the phone number and email is inactive. I just called customer service and their newest excuse is it hasn’t been resolved yet. Bologna!!
We bought a 2012 Genisis and we signed up for lifetime mileage , we have around 62,000 miles and we only received around $259.00. We keep asking them to update mileage and they will not do anything. We are the victims and I think we should be reimbursed. I will not buy another car from these companies. Does anyone know who we should contact?
I had the dealer submit my mileage for my 2012 Hyundai Tucson – I’m the original owner – and they didn’t have correct place to submit. Since then I’ve been going back and forth with a group of liars. It’s now the end of June and nothing! Robbers!
This whole process is one of the biggest scams on consumers ever. We have our original 2013 Veloster Turbo and for many years received the gas reimbursement cards. Now we have waited since August 2021 for some kind of resolution. We have contacted Hyundai dealership, Hyundai corporate, Hyundai rebate, and the consumer center for Hyundai. All point the finger at the other. We were in the process of buying the new Hyundai truck when this fiasco started, we have now cancelled out from buying from Hyundai again. Hyundai will be off our buying list now forever. We have made over 16 phone calls trying to get resolution. Extremely frustrating and poor customer service. Customer care is anything but!
3/30/22: Just got off the phone with 3rd Party credit card issuer who says Hyundai has not funded the cards yet. Then talking with the Hyundai MPG desk (Hyundai America), they say that it IS funded and it takes 4-8 weeks. Calling back to the 3P card issuer, they confirmed it hasn’t been funded. This was the same story I received from both parties in early January. It made sense then since Hyundai was just getting out of litigation (appeals). Now 13 weeks later, and it could be another 8 weeks. Does anyone else find this to be unnecessarily frustrating?
You are spot on with your comment!
I’ve been trying for a year. Can’t get anymore money get the run around
I just called on 2/1/2022 about my mileage papers that they confirmed they received in Dec 2021. I was told they didn’t have any funds right now, and as soon as they did, I would receive my debit card. Corporate office says they can’t help me, only the MPG division can help.
Yes same problem. Original owner of 2013 Santa Fe Sport.
My last mileage reimbursement was a total joke – I filed for almost 32,000 miles and my pay out works out to less than 0.002 cents a mile – how can that be???