Hyundai Panoramic Sunroof Class Action Settlement

Hyundai and car owners have reached a settlement to resolve claims that its panoramic sunroofs shatter unexpectedly.

The settlement benefits owners and lessees of Hyundai vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof and individuals who purchased a vehicle abroad while on active military duty.

Vehicles included in this settlement are: 2011-2016 model year Sonata Hybrid, 2010-2016 model year Tucson, 2012-2016 model year Sonata, 2012-2016 model year Veloster, 2013-2016 Santa Fe, 2013-2016 Santa Fe Sport, 2013-2016 Elantra GT, 2012-2016 model year Azera, and 2015-2016 model year Genesis vehicles.

Plaintiffs Billy Glenn, Roxana Fitzmaurice, Kim Fama, Kathy Warburton, Jahan Mulla, and Corinne Kane filed their class action lawsuit against Hyundai Motor America and Hyundai Motor Company in December 2015.

The class action filed in federal court claimed that Hyundai panoramic sunroofs were prone to spontaneous shattering.

The shattering allegedly occurred because of a defect with the glass used in Hyundai vehicles. The Hyundai class action lawsuit claimed that the spontaneous shattering was “at least in part due to the ceramic tint used on the glass.”

Plaintiffs said the sunroofs can shatter unexpectedly with a sound compared to “the sound of a gunshot” followed by glass raining down on vehicle passengers. This allegedly led to repair expenses and other costs including replacement of a vehicle.

Hyundai agreed to settle the class action lawsuit against them in February 2019. They do not admit any wrongdoing by settling the class action lawsuit.

There are several options for compensation under the Hyundai sunroof settlement. Non-monetary compensation includes an extended warranty. Monetary compensation includes reimbursement for repairs and rental cars, up to $200 for experiencing the shattering firsthand, and a $1,000 trade in rebate.

If Class Members do not want to trade in their vehicle for another Hyundai, they can seek alternate compensation up to $600 through a mediation session.

Hyundai owners who wish to recover compensation will need to file a valid Claim Form by July 25, 2019. Filing for repair reimbursement requires proof which is laid out in the Claim Form.

The deadline for objection or exclusion from the settlement is June 25, 2019.

Who’s Eligible

All owners and lessees of a Class Vehicle who purchased or leased a Class Vehicle in the United States AND all owners and lessees of a Class Vehicle who purchased or leased a Class Vehicle abroad while they were on active military duty.

Class Vehicles include the following models: 2011-2016 model year Sonata Hybrid, 2010-2016 model year Tucson, 2012-2016 model year Sonata, 2012-2016 model year Veloster, 2013-2016 Santa Fe, 2013-2016 Santa Fe Sport, 2013-2016 Elantra GT, 2012-2016 model year Azera, and 2015-2016 model year Genesis.

Potential Award

Warranty extension, reimbursement for repairs, reimbursement for rental cars, up to $200 for experiencing the shattering first hand, and a $1,000 trade-in rebate OR up to $600 in alternative dispute resolution.

Proof of Purchase

Proof of repair expenses including receipt, credit card statement or other documents showing amount paid.

Claim Form

CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »

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

7/25/2019

UPDATE: The Hyundai Panoramic Sunroof Class Action Settlement was granted final approval on August 26, 2019.  Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.

UPDATE: On August 27, 2019, an appeal to the Hyundai Panoramic Sunroof Class Action Settlement was filed. Claims will not be paid until all appeals are exhausted.  We appreciate your ongoing patience. Top Class Actions will continue to provide updates as we learn more.

Case Name

Glenn v. Hyundai Motor America, Case No. 8:15-cv-02052-DOC, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California

Final Hearing

N/A

Settlement Website

www.PanoramicSunroofSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Email: hmacampaign@jnrcorp.com
Phone: 844-475-2215

Class Counsel

Eric H. Gibbs
David Stein
GIBBS LAW GROUP LLP

Kim D. Stephens
Jason T. Dennett
TOUSLEY BRAIN STEPHENS PLLC

Defense Counsel

Carlos M. Lazatin
O’MELVENY & MYERS LLP

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