$145M Hyundai Kia Vehicle Theft Class Action Settlement
Hyundai and Kia have agreed to pay $145 million to settle a class action over vehicles manufactured without engine immobilizers that were stolen or targeted for theft. If you owned or leased a qualifying vehicle that was stolen or attempted to be stolen, you may be entitled to cash reimbursement for theft-related losses.
Do I Qualify?
You may be eligible if:
- You owned or leased a qualifying Hyundai or Kia vehicle manufactured without an engine immobilizer
- Your vehicle was stolen or there was an attempted theft
- You submit a valid claim with required documentation by August 4, 2026
Proof is required. You will need to provide a police report and documentation of losses to support your claim.
File your claim on the official Hyundai Kia theft settlement website.
File Your Claim →What Happened?
Hyundai and Kia were sued after it became widely known that millions of their vehicles manufactured between 2011 and 2022 could be stolen in seconds using just a USB cable — no key required. The vulnerability existed because these vehicles were not equipped with engine immobilizers, a basic anti-theft technology that had been standard on most vehicles for decades.
The "Kia Boyz" trend on social media — where teenagers shared videos of themselves stealing these vehicles — led to a nationwide surge in thefts. Cities across the United States sued Hyundai and Kia over the crisis. The companies agreed to pay $145 million to settle the consumer class action and offered free software updates to affected vehicles.
How Much Will I Actually Get?
Compensation varies based on whether your vehicle was actually stolen and what losses you suffered. Owners whose vehicles were stolen can claim reimbursement for theft-related losses including deductibles, rental cars, and other expenses with supporting documentation. Even owners whose vehicles were not stolen but were affected by the vulnerability may be eligible for a smaller payment. A police report is required for theft claims.
Last updated: June 12, 2026 | Information verified from court records and official settlement documents.