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UPDATE: On March 9, 2021, the Superior Court of Justice, Ontario, approved the settlement agreement. Top Class Actions will let you know when the claims process opens. Read the Court’s approval order here.
Owners and lessees of certain 2011 through 2019 model-year Hyundai vehicles may be able to take advantage of benefits in an engine defect class action settlement. The settlement reportedly ends five class action lawsuits lodged against the carmaker over allegations it ignored and even denied repairs to certain vehicles with engine defects that led to car fires.
Engine Defect Class Action Settlement Vehicles
Vehicles covered by the settlement agreement include the following:
- 2011-2019 model year Hyundai Sonata vehicles,
- 2013-2019 model year Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles, and
- 2014, 2015 and 2019 model year Hyundai Tucson vehicles
To be covered, vehicles must have been equipped with 2.0 or 2.4 litre Theta II gas direct injection engines; however, they do not need to have experienced any issues related to the engine defect alleged in a number of class action lawsuits lodged against Hyundai and ended with this settlement agreement.
Hyundai owners and lessees can check to see if they qualify for this class action settlement by checking if their vehicle’s VIN is included either online or by calling 1-833-683-5860.
Hyundai Engine Defect Class Action Settlement Benefits
The engine defect class action settlement provides the following benefits to Class Members:
- Warranty extension
- Reimbursement for past repairs
- Reimbursement for expenses from past repairs
- Compensation for a sold or trade-in vehicle
- Compensation for loss of vehicle to engine fine
- Rebate program for trade-ins
- An informational pamphlet
All Class Members, even those who have not experienced problems related to the alleged engine defect, can take advantage of the warranty extension under the terms of the class action settlement. The benefits include a conversion of the Powertrain Warranty to a Lifetime Warranty. The warranty extension applies to Class Members who own covered vehicles with Knock Sensor Detection Software with a completed update.
The extended warranty will cover various types of damage to the short-block assembly, as well as the damage caused by a connecting rod bearing failure in the rest of the long block assembly. In addition, a rental reimbursement of up to $40 a day is available under the warranty extension.
Class Members who had to pay money to repair covered vehicles may be able to claim reimbursement, including a free oil and filter change and tire rotation at a Hyundai dealer, along with an inconvenience award if the repair was delayed for more than 60 days. Compensation for inconvenience includes a $65 dealer credit for 61-to-90-day delays and a $100 credit for delays between 91 and 120 days, with an additional $35 credit for each 30-days of additional delay.
Class Members can also claim expenses related to repairs of the alleged engine defect, including towing and other required services.
Class Members who sold or traded-in their covered vehicle and lost money on the deal can claim the loss, as well as an additional payment of $140. The vehicle must have experienced a problem related to the alleged defect, such as the oil light turning on, stalling, or engine noise, but the Class Member must not have first gotten the repair. Under the terms of the settlement, the Class Member can claim the difference between the fair market value of the vehicle and what they got for it, along with an additional $140.
If the covered vehicle suffered an engine fire and was deemed a total loss, Class Members can claim the value of the vehicle, along with a $140 additional payment, minus any funds they received as a result of the loss.
Class Members can also take part in a Trade-In Rebate Program. Rebates under the program are calculated using the trade-in value of the vehicle and the model year of the vehicle. Maximum rebate amounts are up to $1,750 for 2011 through 2014 vehicles; $1000 for 2015 through 2016 vehicles; and $500 for 2017 through 2019 vehicles.
Finally, Hyundai has agreed to provide informational pamphlets to Class Members about any additional recommended guidance related to the maintenance of vehicles covered by the engine defect class action settlement.
How to Claim Compensation
A hearing on the approval of the engine defect class action settlement is scheduled for Feb. 23, 2021. If approved, Class Members will be able to start submitting claims online or by mail. Claim forms must include all required supporting documentation and be submitted by the deadline set at the approval hearing.
Top Class Actions will update this article if the court approves the Hyundai settlement and the claim filing period opens. Click on the “Follow Article” at the top of this page to get the latest updates about this settlement by using your free Top Class Actions account. For the latest updates, keep checking ca.TopClassActions.com or sign up for our free newsletter.
To exclude yourself from this class action settlement, you must submit an opt-out form by Feb. 12, 20201.
Do you own a Hyundai? Have you experienced any issues with your vehicle? Will you file a claim if this class action settlement is approved? Tell us your story in the comment section below!
The lead plaintiffs and Class Members are represented by Michael Peerless of McKenzie Lake Lawyers, Jay Strosberg of Strosberg Sasso Sutts LLP, K.S. of Garcha & Company, and Evatt Merchant and Christine Nasraoui of Merchant Law Group LLP.
The Hyundai Canada Class Action Lawsuits are Pelletant v. Hyundai Auto Canada Corp., et al., Case No. 500-06-001013-198, Before the Superior Court of Québec, District of Montreal, Killoran v. Hyundai Auto Canada Corp., et al., Case No. S-194327, in the Supreme Court of British Columbia, Canada, McBain v. Hyundai Auto Canada Corp., et al., Case No. CV-19-00001186-OOCP in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Asselstine v. Kia Canada Inc., et al., Case No. CV-19-00001302-0000 in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, and Papp v. Kia Motors America Inc., et al., Case No. QBG795/19 in the Court of Queen’s Bench for Saskatchewan.
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Class Action Lawsuit Hyundai 2015 Hyundai Sante Fe
I am writing in regard to the 2015 Hyundai Sante Fe XL that I purchased in July 2017 at Ottawa Dodge Caravan. At the time of purchase, the Sante Fe mileage was approximately 88,000km.
From July 2017 until March 2018 I drove the Sante Fe and was pleased with the vehicle. I had no issues at all with the vehicle and there was no indication of underlying issues.
In the middle of March 2018, while driving to work in the morning, the Sante Fe stalled while I was driving on parkdale avenue. I tried to start the car but it did not respond.
I had the vehicle towed to Ottawa Dodge Caravan where I purchased the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle, I was told that the engine needed to be replaced and it would cost approximately $8000. The mechanic said that the diagnostic testing of the engine showed “fragments” in the internal system and this could not be repaired.
I spent the next month trying to resolve this issue with Ottawa Dodge. I couldn’t understand why a 2 year old engine would spontaneously seize without warning. There were no warning lights or indications that the engine was an issue until it seized. I was told that the Sante Fe warranty was only valid up to 125,000km. My engine mileage read 126,000km.
I was forced to rent a vehicle for the next four month as I was not able to afford the engine repair. Due to the fact that I rely on the use of a vehicle in order to do my job as a home care physiotherapist, I was not able to rely on public transport or other modes of transportation.
The rental vehicle cost of $900 monthly, in addition to my monthly vehicle payments for the Sante Fe ($790 monthly) put me in a precarious situation as I did not have the ability to finance a $8000 engine repair and pay $900 monthly for a rental vehicle. I was forced to borrow money from a family member to repair the Sante Fe.
I am still trying to recover financially from this fiasco. I am paying back the family member monthly and will be until the end of 2022. It has caused undue stress and anxiety in my life and feel that there should be some compensation.
Although my 2015 Sante Fe Hyundai has not been included in the class action lawsuit, the engine issue and events leading up to the engine failure indicate the same underlying issue. A vehicle that is two years old and well maintained should not have a spontaneous engine failure without warning.
Total costs: $12,900
Towing fee: $300
2 days of lost income: $1000
Cost of rental car: $3600
Engine repair: $8000
Apparently my vehicle isn’t covered in the “list” of eligible vehicles. Total bullshit….it is the same issue with spontaneous engine failure.
Did they ever do anything for you? I also have a 2015 Santa Fe 3.3. My engine seized at less than 100k miles. We had to get a loan to pay the $7100.00 to replace it. I thought I had no recourse because my VIN wasn’t listed. However, now, 9 months later, my transmission has to be replaced at a cost of $3401.00. This is insanity. I purchased because I trusted the Hyundai name. I want reimbursement!
My Husband and I were driving on the highway on our way home from my sons hockey game going about 120 km/h and the car just sit down . All the lights turned off and there was no power. I had to fight with them because they told me that it was because I didn’t service my car, I had to bring them In proof that I had all the oil changes done . It was a nightmare. 3 weeks before they would agree to fix the car . Since then I do not trust the car at all .it’s a shame cause it’s a nice driving comfortable car but can’t trust it .
Jennifer MacLean
My daughter was driving my 2016 Santa-fe on the highway. It lost power and then it started slowing down. She was able to cross the two lanes and stop on the shoulder. It wouldn’t start again so we called a tow truck. After an inspection I was told that the motor had blown. The vehicle had 35,000.00 kilometers on it. I was in Spruce Grove, Alberta and I live in Kelowna, B.C. My boyfriend and I each called Hyundai Canada and the dealership where I bought it. Neither would help us figure out how to get home. The dealership in Spruce Grove kept the vehicle to put in a new engine. They also rented me a car to get home. When I came back to Spruce Grove I dropped of the rental car. The dealership refused to pay for it so I paid $850.00. I then picked up my Santa-fe and drove home. The engine was acting weird so I took it to Hyundau Kelowna. The engine hadn’t been fixed rights and it went back into the shop. At this point I didn’t want the car back, I felt unsafe with it. I tried talking to different people at the dealership to help me to trade it in. I got nothing but the run around and was treated very badly. I finally saw a lawyer and he called them for me. They agreed to help me. After they were done with my trade in I owed 60 000.00 for my 2017 Santa-fe sport. All they did was tack on what I still owed and not give me any deal even though none of it was my fault. I had all of my oil changes done as per the warranty. The combination of this experience and numerous reports on the news about Hyundais poor service and many issues leads me to write this letter.
Thank you,
Dallas Brunette
I’m having these issues with my 2017 Tucson, but apparently it’s not included in this. So, long story short, my engine died because of a HYUNDAI manufacturing defect (R0180) and left us stranded in Bracebridge with our 7 month old baby. Hyundai Canada won’t cover the repairs by our local dealership ($5,568.92) because THEY haven’t figured out an official fix for it yet. To make things worse, the parts are on backorder until April, AND they refuse to provide me with a rental for the time being. So, I’m stuck at home in Rutherglen, with a 7 month old baby and no vehicle, possibly facing a $5,568.92 bill.
Entering Hwy 407 in Milton during morning rush hour in 2018. My Sante Fe wouldn’t accelerate and I had to pull over onto the shoulder. I called Hyundai Roadside Assistance and even with the engine light flashing, I was told it was safe to drive but to get it to the closest Hyundai dealership right away. Pulled back onto the 407 but could only get up to 70km/h as cars raced by me doing double that! I honestly thought I would end up in an accident before reaching the dealership. Got the issue fixed but it occurred twice more. I even had to take a day off work (pre-pandemic I worked in an office) the 3rd time it happened as the dealership didn’t have a car I could use nor did the rental place they use. I really wanted to get rid of my vehicle but there was no way I could afford to purchase a new car. I’d only had the vehicle for less than a year when this all started to happen! I will NEVER purchase a Hyundai vehicle again….
We were driving from London to Hamilton to pick my daughter up at the airport in our 2013 Santa Fe. Just onto Hwy 6 south and the rear end of the vehicle bounced about 2ft in the air. Next thing I know the car behind us raced up beside us yelling to pull over, we’re were going to explode. We stopped immediately and these people called the fire department. They told us they saw a huge fireball come out the back of the vehicle. The fire dept showed, spray some foam on the engine and under carriage and told we weren’t going anywhere with this vehicle. After 4 months of struggling with the Hyundai dealership we finally got a new engine. Get this, one of the excuses from the service adviser was that the engine was on its way from Korea on a boat, got caught in a typhoon and got blown off. We have the vehicle home now but all this time, no vehicle to drive for weeks, and the stress landing me in the ICU for 2 months from the stress, we will not get a cent for the inconvenience and hardship we incurred. What a poor excuse for a company. I would buy a wagon off these people. And don’t get me started on the lame settlement the lawyers agreed to….
I had a catastrophic engine failure on the QEW near Erin Mills Parkway driving 100km/hr in my 2012Sonata….in rush hour traffic in 2020…will never buy Hyundai again..please add me
Bought a 2019 Tucson from dealer in May 2020. Was not advised of any issues with the engine or this settlement. What are my options now that I know that Hyundai is offering lifetime warranty on the power train. Should I contact Hyundai or my dealer?
2013 sonata engine blew, was replaced free from recall, car towed 65 miles to closest dealer, in shop for 4 weeks, charged me for starter$500 and old starter was fine which I have and documented print out from being spun nothing was wrong.
Add me please.
Add me please this is why they keep harassing me to trade my car
They keep calling me to buy back my car as well .
2013 Santa Fe