A MAJOR car company has resolved claims that some of its vehicles were equipped with defective air bag control units in a multi-million dollar lawsuit settlement.
Toyota agreed to pay $78.5million to some customers as part of a settlement agreement.
The lawsuit alleged Toyota equipped thousands of vehicles with defective air bag control units.
Airbag control units register when a car's crash impact warrants airbag deployment.
A faulty control unit may stop the important safety system from adequately working.
The lawsuit alleged that some control units were defective, leading to malfunctions during vehicle collisions.
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Allegations pitched against the company claim the units suffered "electrical overstress" in collisions.
Toyota has denied any wrongdoing in the settlement.
The settlement impacts several vehicles and model years.
ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS
The settlement funds may go to current or former Toyota owners or lessees under specific model years and lines.
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Customers can see if their vehicle's VIN number is eligible here.
The lawsuit includes cars and trucks built from 2011 to 2019.
Toyota's 2011-2019 Corolla, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon HV sedans may be eligible for the settlements.
Trucks and SUVs in the settlement include the 2012-2019 Toyota Tacoma, 2012-2017 Toyota Tundra and 2012-2017 Toyota Sequoia.
The 2011-2013 Toyota Corolla Matrix is the only eligible hatchback.
The settlement funds can go to some out-of-pocket expenses made because of the recall.
All of the listed cars are subject to an extended warranty and a thorough dealer-led inspection.
If there are extra funds, claimants may be awarded up to an additional $250.
HOW TO APPLY
Toyota drivers with applicable VINs can apply for the settlement cash here.
Consumers can also call 1-833-747-5737 if they have more questions about eligibility.
The amount of money per claimant depends on how many people apply and proof of the out-of-pocket expenses.
Claims for the funds must be submitted by December 16, 2023.
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