Toyota Camry HVAC class action settlement

A Toyota Camry settlement reimburses owners and lessees whose vehicles suffered from foul odors or mold growth in their heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.

The settlement benefits California residents who are current and former owners and lessees of 2012 to 2015 Toyota Camry XV50 vehicles as of May 31, 2024.

Consumers can check their eligibility using the VIN lookup tool on the settlement website.

According to plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit, Toyota equipped some Camry vehicles with defective HVAC systems that could cause moisture accumulation. Over time, this moisture allegedly caused foul odors and, in some cases, mold growth.

Toyota is a Japanese-owned vehicle brand that sells a wide range of models, including the Camry passenger vehicle.

Toyota hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to pay an undisclosed sum to resolve the HVAC defect class action lawsuit.

Under the terms of the Toyota Camry settlement, consumers can receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses they incurred in connection with the alleged HVAC defect. This reimbursement covers the cost of replacing or installing a charcoal filter and expenses related to flushing the evaporators on the vehicles.

Class members can receive an unspecified amount for expenses incurred before May 31, 2024, but can only receive up to $100 for expenses incurred after May 31, 2024.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is Sept. 30, 2024.

The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for Oct. 30, 2024.

To receive Toyota Camry settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by May 31, 2025 or May 31, 2026, depending on when their claimed losses occurred and the model year of their vehicles. For losses incurred before May 31, 2024, consumers have until May 31, 2025 to file a claim. For losses after May 31, 2024, consumers can file a claim through May 31, 2025 if their vehicles were from model years 2012-2013 or through May 31, 2026 if their vehicles were from model years 2014-2015.

Who’s Eligible

California residents who are current and former owners and lessees of 2012 to 2015 Toyota Camry XV50 vehicles as of May 31, 2024

Consumers can check their eligibility using the VIN lookup tool on the settlement website.

Potential Award

$100+

Proof of Purchase

Receipts, repair statements and invoices

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

05/31/2026

Case Name

Salas, et al. v. Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc., Case No. 2:15-cv-08629-HDV-E, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California

Final Hearing

10/30/2024

Settlement Website

ToyotaCaliforniaHVACSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Salas v. Toyota Settlement
Settlement Notice Administrator
P.O. Box 2682
Portland, OR 97208-2682
888-907-6966

Class Counsel

Tarek Zohdy
CAPSTONE LAW APC

Paul Kiesel
KIESEL LAW LLP

Defense Counsel

John P Hooper
KING & SPALDING LLP