Toyota has agreed to a $78.5 million settlement over defective airbag control units that may fail in certain vehicles. If you owned or leased one of the affected Toyotas, you could qualify for cash payments, extended warranties, or other benefits.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening and how to claim your share.
Why the Lawsuit Exists ⚖️
This class action lawsuit alleges that ZF-TRW airbag control units in certain Toyota models are vulnerable to a condition called electrical overstress, which may cause the airbags (and other safety systems) to fail during a crash.
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Plaintiffs argue this defect put drivers and passengers at risk.
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Toyota denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.
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The Court has not decided who is right.
Who Qualifies
You may be eligible if you are a current or former owner or lessee of one of these Toyota vehicles:
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2011–2019 Toyota Corolla
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2011–2013 Toyota Corolla Matrix
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2012–2018 Toyota Avalon
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2013–2018 Toyota Avalon HV
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2012–2019 Toyota Tacoma
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2012–2017 Toyota Tundra
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2012–2017 Toyota Sequoia
👉 To confirm, you’ll need to run your VIN through the settlement lookup tool.
How Much Can People Get? 💰
The settlement provides:
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$78.5 million in cash and credits for approved claims
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Extended New Parts Warranty coverage
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A loaner vehicle program during repairs
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An outreach program for affected owners
⚠️ Note: An appeal filed in December 2023 may delay cash claim payments, but warranty and inspection benefits are not delayed.
Your Options
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
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| Submit a Claim | Request cash or reimbursement for eligible out-of-pocket costs. | TBD (check site for updates due to appeal) |
| Do Nothing | You’ll still get extended warranty coverage but no cash. | — |
| Exclude Yourself | Keep the right to sue Toyota separately. | Past deadline |
| Object | Tell the Court you disagree with the settlement. | Past deadline |
How to File
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Check your vehicle’s eligibility using the VIN lookup tool on the official settlement website.
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Gather documentation (ownership/lease records, repair receipts if claiming costs).
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Submit a claim online or by mail through the official administrator.
Bottom Line
If you owned or leased an affected Toyota model between 2011 and 2019, you may be entitled to cash reimbursement, warranty coverage, and other benefits. Even if you don’t file a claim, warranty protections apply automatically.
Don’t miss out—check your eligibility and file your claim today.
