$9M Kia Hyundai settlement offers cash and security upgrades to owners

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Kia and Hyundai have agreed to a $9 million multistate settlement with attorneys general over vehicle theft issues. This settlement addresses concerns about certain Kia and Hyundai vehicles that were reportedly easier targets for theft due to security vulnerabilities. If you own or owned an affected Kia or Hyundai vehicle, you may be entitled to compensation through this settlement. The agreement offers multiple options for affected vehicle owners, including cash payments, free software upgrades, or hardware security improvements.

Who Is Eligible?

You may be eligible to file a claim if you:

Own or owned an affected Kia or Hyundai vehicle during the relevant time period
Vehicle was subject to theft-related security vulnerabilities addressed in the settlement
Reside in one of the states covered by this multistate attorney general settlement
Details about specific model years and vehicle models are pending

How Much Can You Get?

The $9 million settlement fund will be distributed among eligible Kia and Hyundai owners. Rather than just cash payments, the settlement offers affected owners a choice of remedies including cash compensation, free software upgrades to improve vehicle security, or hardware upgrades to address theft vulnerabilities. Specific dollar amounts for cash payments have not been disclosed, as the final payout will depend on the number of valid claims submitted and which remedy option each claimant chooses.

How to File Your Claim

Filing your claim is quick and easy:

Determine if your Kia or Hyundai vehicle is covered by the settlement terms
Gather documentation of your vehicle ownership during the relevant period
Decide whether you prefer cash compensation, software upgrade, or hardware upgrade
Submit your claim through the official settlement process once available
Download the Class Action Buddy app to help track your claim and get notified about the filing process

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Kia and Hyundai models are covered by this settlement?

Specific model years and vehicle types covered by this settlement are still being finalized. The settlement addresses vehicles that were affected by theft-related security vulnerabilities.

What's the difference between the software and hardware upgrade options?

The settlement offers both software updates and physical hardware installations to improve vehicle security. Details about what each upgrade includes are pending as the settlement process develops.

When is the deadline to file a claim for this Kia Hyundai settlement?

The claim filing deadline has not been announced yet. Once the settlement receives final approval, eligible owners will have a specific time period to submit their claims.

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