Settlement Reached Over Kia And Hyundai Models With Engines Prone To Failure

• Eligible owners can be reimbursed for all out-of-pocket repair expenses.
• Kia has also extended the Powertrain Limited Warranty of vehicles to 15 years or 150,000 miles.
• Owners need to submit a claim by July 8.

Owners of select Hyundai and Kia models with potential engine issues are eligible to receive compensation in the United States after a proposed settlement was reached in a class action lawsuit.

The lawsuit alleges that specific Kia and Hyundai models have engines prone to seizure, stalling, failure, and possibly catching fire. In addition, it claims that some owners and lessees had repairs improperly denied under the vehicle's warranty. A settlement has been reached for class members to avoid a lengthy legal battle.

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While an exact dollar figure hasn't been publicly released for the settlement, owners of impacted models will receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket repair expenses and all out-of-pocket expenses if an engine failed or caught fire, including all transportation, towing, food, and lodging expenses. Additionally, owners can receive cash compensation for certain trade-ins and sales of unrepaired vehicles that experienced a qualifying engine repair or fire.

Additionally, Hyundai and Kia owners will receive cash compensation for vehicles destroyed by fire, plus an additional $150 goodwill payment. Cash rebates will also be provided to owners who have lost faith in their vehicles.

Owners must submit a claim to get the benefits by July 8, 2024, through the Kia Engine Class Settlement website. Those who had a free Knock Sensor Detection System update performed at a dealership before November 4, 2023, will see their Powertrain Limited Warranty extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles.

Impacted vehicles