Toyota Airbag Control Unit Settlement: Payout & Dates

If you own, lease, or previously owned or leased a Toyota vehicle affected by the airbag control unit issue, you may be eligible to claim compensation from a class action settlement.

Toyota has agreed to pay $78.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged defects in certain vehicles' airbag control units, which may cause safety features to fail during a collision.

Who are the class members?

To be included in the settlement, you must own, lease, or have previously owned or leased one of the following vehicles as of July 31, 2023:

• 2011–2019 Toyota Corolla
• 2011–2013 Toyota Corolla Matrix
• 2012–2018 Toyota Avalon
• 2013–2018 Toyota Avalon HV
• 2012–2019 Toyota Tacoma
• 2012–2017 Toyota Tundra
• 2012–2017 Toyota Sequoia

Class members are those who have purchased or leased these vehicles in the United States, including its territories. If you are unsure whether your vehicle is included, you can use the VIN lookup tool available on the official settlement website.

How much can class members get?

Class members can claim reimbursement for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses related to the recall, such as rental car costs, towing charges, childcare expenses, and lost wages. Additionally, there is a potential residual distribution payment of up to $250 for each class member, depending on the remaining funds after all claims are paid.

• Out-of-Pocket Expenses: Reimbursement for rental cars, towing, childcare, and lost wages.
• Residual Distribution: Up to $250 per class member if funds remain after initial claims.

What proof is required to submit a claim?

Claimants need to provide proof of their out-of-pocket expenses. This includes receipts, invoices, or a signed affidavit if no documentation is available.

How to claim an award

To claim an award, you must submit a claim form. You can file a claim online or download the PDF claim form and mail it to the settlement administrator.

Toyota Airbag Control Unit Settlement

c/o Kroll Settlement Administration, LLC

PO Box 225391

New York, NY 10150-5391

Ensure your claim form is postmarked by the deadline, which is yet to be determined but will be no earlier than December 16, 2026.

Claim instructions

1. Gather documentation of your expenses.
2. Complete the claim form with your personal and vehicle information.
3. Submit the form online or by mail.

Payment methods

• Printed check
• Electronic methods like Venmo, PayPal, or bank wire

$78,500,000 Settlement fund breakdown

The settlement fund of $78.5 million will cover reimbursements for out-of-pocket expenses, residual distribution payments, and administrative costs.

• Class Counsel fees: Up to $25,905,000
• Service awards for class representatives: Up to $2,500 each
• Remaining funds distributed to class members

Important dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: No earlier than December 16, 2026.

When is the Toyota Airbag Control Unit Settlement payout date?

Payments will be issued on a rolling basis.

Why was there a class action settlement?

The lawsuit alleged that Toyota's airbag control units were defective, potentially causing safety features to fail during a collision. Toyota agreed to settle to avoid further litigation costs and risks.