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- A judge granted final approval to this settlement May 10, 2021.
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Consumers who experienced Hyundai Theta engine problems may be able to benefit from a recent class action settlement.
The settlement benefits individuals who bought or leased any of the following vehicles: 2011-2018 and certain 2019 Hyundai Sonata, 2013–2018 and certain 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, and 2014–2015, 2018, and certain 2019 Hyundai Tucson vehicles.
Class vehicles must have been equipped with or replaced with a genuine Theta II 2.0-liter or 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection engine within OEM specifications. The noted 2019 model year vehicles are eligible if they were manufactured before the Knock Sensor Detection System technology was incorporated into production.
According to the plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit, some Hyundai vehicles are prone to engine problems due to a defect. Allegedly, the Hyundai engine problems can include engine seizure, stalling, engine failure and engine fire.
The defect involves the connecting rod bearings in the gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines. According to the complaint, these connecting rod bearings can fracture and release metal debris into the engine oil. The oil filter is unable to filter everything out, meaning the contaminated oil is circulated through the engine, causing damage to components until the engine fails unexpectedly.
As the connecting rod bearings continue to fracture, the class action lawsuit claimed, “the acceptable tolerances between the bearings, the connecting rod, and the crankshaft rapidly deteriorate,” eventually leading to a “‘knocking’ sound.” In some cases, the piston can allegedly break through the engine block and other engine components can be damaged.
Unfortunately, the plaintiffs claim these incidents have been routinely denied coverage under Hyundai warranties. As a result, plaintiffs and other vehicle owners have allegedly been financially injured by the issue.
Hyundai has not admitted any wrongdoing, but has agreed to fund a Hyundai Theta engine settlement center to resolve the claims in a multidistrict litigation and class action lawsuit.
The Hyundai engine problems class action settlement provides a variety of relief options, including warranty extensions, repairs reimbursement, other forms of compensation, a rebate program and a $140 goodwill payment. More detailed information about the compensation options can be found in the “Potential Award” section below.
In order to receive benefits from the Hyundai Theta engine settlement center, Class Members must file a valid claim form by April 12, 2021. Depending on which compensation the claimant is seeking, claim forms may require vehicle VIN numbers, repair invoices and other documentation.
The deadline for exclusion and objection is Oct. 31, 2020. The final approval hearing for the Hyundai Theta engine settlement center is Nov. 13, 2020.
Who’s Eligible
Individuals who bought or leased any of the following vehicles: 2011–2018 and certain 2019 Hyundai Sonata, 2013–2018 and certain 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, and 2014–2015, 2018, and certain 2019 Hyundai Tucson vehicles.
Class vehicles must have been equipped with or replaced with a genuine Theta II 2.0 liter or 2.4 liter gasoline direct injection engine within OEM specifications. The noted 2019 model year vehicles are eligible if they were manufactured before the Knock Sensor Detection System technology was incorporated into production.
Potential Award
Several forms of compensation, including:
- Warranty Extension: extends the powertrain warranty on Class vehicles to a lifetime warranty. The extension covers short block assembly, consisting of the engine block, crankshaft and bearings, connecting rods and bearings, and pistons.
- Repairs reimbursement: a $140 goodwill payment along with full reimbursement for repairs will be available to Class Members.
- Additional reimbursement: Class Members can collect full reimbursement for rental cars, towing and other expenses related to qualifying repairs.
- Compensation for a reduction in trade in value: Vehicles that were traded in for a lower value as a result of an engine seizure, engine stall, engine noise, engine compartment fire or illumination of the oil lamp diagnosed as requiring repair of the engine block will allow Class Members to receive compensation. An additional $140 goodwill payment may also be available.
- Compensation for engine fires: Engine fires will result in compensation for the value of the vehicle, with an additional $140 goodwill payment.
- Rebates: Individuals who purchase a replacement vehicle due to an engine failure or fire can recover the following class action rebates:
- for model year 2011 and 2012 Class Vehicles – $2,000;
- for model year 2013 and 2014 Class Vehicles – $1,500;
- for model year 2015 and 2016 Class Vehicles – $1,000;
- for model year 2017, 2018, and 2019 Class Vehicles – $500.
Proof of Purchase
Vehicle VIN number, repair invoices, and other documentation.
Claim Form
NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.
Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.
Claim Form Deadline
8/9/2021 UPDATED
Case Name
In re: Hyundai and Kia Engine Litigation, Case No. 8:17-cv-00838-JLS-JDE, and Flaherty v. Hyundai Motor Company, et al., Case No. 18-cv-02223, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Final Hearing
11/13/2020
Settlement Website
Claims Administrator
Kia Engine Failure Settlement Administrator
c/o Epiq Class Action & Claims Solutions Inc.
support@HMAEngineSettlement.com
1-866-944-7620
Class Counsel
Matthew D. Schelkopf
SAUDER SCHELKOPF
Bonner Walsh
WALSH PLLC
Steve Berman
HAGENS BERMAN SOBOL SHAPIRO LLP
Defense Counsel
Shon Morgan
QUINN EMANUEL URQUHART & SULLIVAN LLP
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229 thoughts onHyundai Theta Engine Settlement
I received my reimbursement check today via FedEx.
When did you submit your claim?
September 9, 2020
Just got my check today in California. It was delivered to my door by Fed Ex.
Just got my MasterCard as well! I am wondering why they only give us till 2022 to use it . Does anyone know if this can be extended ?
Did your status change from approved to paid at all?
Just got mine as well. It’s a debit mastercard, and it’s coming directly from Hyundai Program Headquarters, not the law firm itself. The letter says “Hyundai appreciates your loyalty”, nothing about a lawsuit, or settlement.
Thanks for your comments. I got this in the mail the other day and thought it was a credit card offer. Without reading it, I threw it away. Thanks fully I was able to recover it. ??♀️ I was waiting on a check from an attorney’s office or something like that.
Just got mine. It is a Gift Card, no check.
I just checked my claim was approved now just waiting for the check
I received my check from kia today
It will be a prepaid card, not a check, but nice try.
Lmfao.. lame people.. ya it was a check..
I called the rep stated he didn’t know why, I smell BS.
I think they deny a good portion of claimants hoping they will not appeal,mine was approved until August 8,I appealed and now it is approved….APPEAL, APPEAL, APPEAL.
How do you appeal?
Called stated she doesn’t know why.
I checked my claim
Back in March it said approved .. I just checked last night and now states denied. Wtf
Call them.
Same with me, I had to replace battery at 22000 miles outside of Hyundai, then replaced it again at 45500 miles @ $325 a piece. Tried to get appointment with Hyundai dealer local to me all 4 said no appointments available to even look at my car for 2 weeks. So 1 week after replacing second battery i was stranded on side of road. Had car towed to a 3rd party garage on 6/30/21 to have starter replaced, also had car towed. With a total out of cost of $580.43. I did not get gar back till 7/13/21, since starter had to be rebuilt as one could not be found for my vehicle anywhere . Only for Fuel Pump to go out, thank god i kept that 2 week out appt. I uploaded that receipt only to be told it was excepted, just need to go back on line and file a 3rd party reimbursement claim. I called back next day and explained that is what i did do. The rep said oh yes i see your information here. Finally got it to upload after trying for weeks to get website to except the upload. Called back next day and was told that it was approved only problem is i did it on the 10th of August, was told cut off was 8/9/21. Was going to get with her supervisor to find out some answers for me would call me right back. 2 hours later, i called back and got a very rude male on the phone and told me,” my car due to some class action settlement was not covered. Said even though i purchased extra warranty, no longer valid, unless my engine is seized up. I knew not a thing about this settlement. He told me that my car is not covered by warranty at all unless engine failure… HMMMM. . This was on 8/13/21. I continued to ask what my rights were and he stated at this time I have none, since my care was part of this settlement. Which I nor my co-owner never got emails or mail to tell us of such…..