$299.5M Toyota IC forklift emissions class action settlement

Toyota agreed to a $299.5 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit claiming that it sold defective internal combustion (IC) forklifts that failed to meet emissions standards.

The class action settlement benefits individuals and entities that purchased or leased a Toyota forklift with an IC engine built between 2007 and 2021 and sold in the United States.

The settlement covers Toyota forklifts sold with any of the following engines and emissions certification years: 2014–2021 1KD, 2014–2021 1ZS, 2013–2021 1FS and 2007-2021 4Y.

According to the class action lawsuit, Toyota sold IC forklifts that were not certified to meet emissions standards. Plaintiffs in the case say that they were forced to pay for emissions-related repairs and other costs associated with the defective forklifts.

Toyota is a manufacturer of various vehicles, including forklifts.

Toyota has not admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to a $299.5 million class action settlement to resolve the allegations.

Under the terms of the Toyota settlement, class members can receive a cash payment, a service plan visit and a new parts warranty.

Class members can receive between $1,000 and $2,500 per eligible forklift, depending on the number of claims filed with the settlement.

The service plan visit will cover labor and travel costs for one visit per operable forklift. This visit will include an inspection of the forklift’s major systems and other services.

The new parts warranty will apply to new engine parts installed during a government-approved recall for the settlement class forklift.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is June 1, 2026.

The final approval hearing for the Toyota settlement is scheduled for July 9, 2026.

To receive settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by Sept. 22, 2026.

Who’s Eligible

The class action settlement benefits those who purchased or leased certain Toyota forklifts with internal combustion engines built between 2007 and 2021, including those sold with the following engines: 2014-2021 1KD, 2014-2021 1ZS, 2013-2021 1FS and 2007-2021 4Y.

Potential Award

Up to $2,500 in cash payments, a free service plan visit and a new parts warranty in the event of a recall.

Proof of Purchase

Model and serial number of the forklift, proof of ownership or lease

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

09/22/2026

Case Name

Broadmoor Lumber & Plywood Co., et al. v. Toyota Industries Corp., et al., Case No. 3:24-cv-06640-JSC, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California

Final Hearing

07/09/2026

Settlement Website

ForkliftSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Toyota Forklift Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 301132
Los Angeles, CA 90030-1132
[email protected]
888-226-4715

Class Counsel

David Stellings
LIEFF CABRASER HEIMANN & BERNSTEIN LLP

Roland Tellis
BARON & BUDD P.C.

Defense Counsel

Keri Borders
Alexander Calfo
KING & SPALDING LLP