Kia ConsumerProtection Settlement 2027

In re: Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation is categorized under privacy & data breach settlements, and this guide covers the essential details you need to determine if this settlement applies to you. This matter currently appears active in the FoundMoney directory. If you are evaluating whether to file, the fastest first step is to verify that your purchases, subscriptions, or account activity line up with the class definition and class period.

Kia and Hyundai agreed to a $9 million multistate settlement over vehicle thefts involving certain 2011–2022 vehicles lacking engine immobilizers. Affected individuals can receive cash benefits or upgrades to enhance vehicle security. The relevant class period is generally described as 4/29/2025 through 3/31/2027. Where administrators publish revisions, amended deadlines, or supplemental notices, this page should be treated as a directional guide and the official claim portal remains the source of truth for filing requirements.

Who should pay close attention: users who purchased covered products/services, maintained affected accounts, or transacted with named defendants during the qualifying window. Purchaser scope is currently listed as Indirect Consumer. Named or covered vendors include Kia, Hyundai. Covered products/services currently reference vehicle, software upgrade, engine immobilizer.

The reported settlement fund is approximately $9,000,000. Individual recovery is usually determined by claim volume, documentation strength, and any pro-rata formula approved by the court. In many settlements, payout timing can range from several weeks to multiple months after claim validation. Filing early and submitting complete information often helps avoid avoidable delays when administrators perform audits or deficiency checks.

Documentation is likely required. Claimants usually need invoices, receipts, or account statements. Current eligibility language: Owners and lessees of certain 2011–2022 Kia and Hyundai vehicles that were not factory-equipped with engine immobilizers and experienced a qualifying theft or attempted theft. Filing deadline tracking matters because late claims can be rejected automatically; plan to submit by 3/31/2027 unless the administrator publishes an extension.

Practical filing workflow: confirm your transactions, gather supporting records, submit the online claim form, and store your confirmation number for follow-up. If you are uncertain on edge cases, contact the administrator directly at the support channels listed on the official site. Check back periodically for updates as new information becomes available. You can also browse related settlements in the Privacy & Data Breach Settlements category.

If you have additional questions about the In re: Kia Hyundai Vehicle Theft Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation settlement, contact Hyundai/Kia Multistate Settlement Administrator directly. Filing early and providing complete documentation is the most effective way to avoid delays. You can compare this settlement with other active cases in the Privacy & Data Breach Settlements category.