Volkswagen and Audi defective turbocharger class action settlement

Volkswagen agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that certain Volkswagen and Audi vehicles were equipped with defective turbochargers.

The settlement benefits current and former owners and lessees of certain Volkswagen and Audi vehicles equipped with a Generation 1, 2 or 3 EA888 engine. A full list of covered vehicles can be found on the settlement website.

The class action lawsuit claims that vehicles were equipped with defective turbochargers that were prone to premature failure, allegedly caused by corrosion in the turbocharger wastegate. As a result, owners and lessees of these vehicles allegedly had to pay out of pocket for expensive repairs.

Audi is a luxury vehicle brand owned by Volkswagen, which also sells vehicles under several other brands worldwide, including in the United States.

Volkswagen has not admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to an undisclosed amount to settle allegations in the turbocharger class action lawsuit.

Under the terms of the Volkswagen settlement, class members can receive a partial reimbursement for out-of-pocket turbocharger repairs.

Class members who paid for a turbocharger repair or replacement within 8.5 years or 85,000 miles of their vehicle’s in-service date can receive 40% to 50% reimbursement for one turbocharger repair. Reimbursement rates depend on the generation of the vehicle and are capped at $3,850 for repairs performed by non-Volkswagen dealers.

Class members can also receive a warranty extension for their vehicle. Generation 3 vehicles will have their new vehicle limited warranties extended to 8.5 years or 85,000 miles. This extension will cover 50% of the cost of a turbocharger repair if the failure is caused by corrosion.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is Oct. 15, 2025.

The final approval hearing for the Volkswagen and Audi turbocharger class action lawsuit settlement is scheduled for Dec. 4, 2025.

To receive settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by Nov. 29, 2025.

Who’s Eligible

Consumers who purchased or leased certain 2008–2024 Audi A3, Q3, A4, A5, A6, Q5 and TT vehicles, as well as certain Volkswagen vehicles equipped with a Generation 1, 2 or 3 EA888 engine, are eligible for benefits under the settlement.

Potential Award

Individual payments capped at $3,850

Proof of Purchase

Consumers must submit a repair invoice that includes their name; the make, model and VIN of the vehicle; the name and address of the Audi or Volkswagen dealer or service center; the date of repair; the vehicle’s mileage at the time of repair; a description of the work performed; a breakdown of parts and labor costs; the amount charged; and proof of payment.

If the repair was not performed by an authorized dealer and the only proof is an invoice marked “Paid,” consumers must also provide a declaration from the repair facility, signed under penalty of perjury, confirming payment.

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

11/29/2025

Case Name

Kimball v. Volkswagen Group of America Inc., et al., Case No. 2:22-cv-04163-MAH, in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey

Final Hearing

12/04/2025

Settlement Website

TurboclassSettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Turbocharger Class Settlement
c/o JND Legal Administration
P.O. Box 91184
Seattle, WA 98111
855-779-6685

Class Counsel

Gary Graifman
KANTROWITZ, GOLDHAMER & GRAIFMAN P.C.

Defense Counsel

Michael B. Gallub
SHOOK, HARDY & BACON LLP