Class Action Lawsuit Toyota: Open Claims and 2026 Cases

Case	In re: ZF-TRW Airbag Control Units Products Liability Litigation (Toyota settlement), No. 2:19-ml-02905
Court	U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Status	Open, accepting claims
Claim deadline	December 11, 2028
Estimated payout	Reimbursement of recall-related out-of-pocket costs, plus a possible residual payment of up to $250
Proof required	Yes
How to file	File at the official settlement website

Toyota settlement facts, last verified September 29, 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.

Yes, there is still a class action lawsuit Toyota owners can collect from in September 2026: the ZF-TRW airbag control unit deal, open until December 11, 2028. It reimburses out-of-pocket costs tied to the airbag fix and may add a residual payment of up to $250. You need your VIN, and receipts or a signed affidavit for expenses. The Tundra engine, transmission, and driving data suits are still in court and pay nothing yet.

Who Qualifies for the Toyota Airbag Payout

You qualify if you owned or leased one of these vehicles, now or in the past, as of July 31, 2023:

2011 to 2019 Corolla and 2011 to 2013 Corolla Matrix
2012 to 2018 Avalon and 2013 to 2018 Avalon Hybrid
2012 to 2019 Tacoma
2012 to 2017 Tundra and 2012 to 2017 Sequoia

An airbag control unit (ACU) is the small computer that decides when airbags fire. Plaintiffs alleged the ZF-TRW part can fail from electrical overstress in a crash, so the airbags may not deploy. The official site has a VIN lookup by model year.

What the Deal Pays, and Why the Deadline Is 2028

The agreement is worth $78.5 million in cash and credits, plus an extended parts warranty and loaner program. It repays:

Rental cars and transportation during a repair delay
Towing to a dealer and childcare during the repair
Lost wages and unreimbursed ACU repair costs

Leftover money goes out as a residual of up to $250 per person, so the figure depends on how many people file. Judge John Kronstadt granted final approval on November 28, 2023, and an appeal froze it until its dismissal on December 11, 2025. The deadline is three years after that date. When we compared case trackers in September 2026, some still showed an older “no earlier than December 16, 2026” estimate written before the appeal ended. Go by the official administrator’s site, and see how to join a class action if forms are new to you.

The Toyota Engine Class Action Over Tundra V6 Failures

The Toyota engine class action is pending, with no payout or sign-up. Daley v. Toyota Motor North America, filed in federal court in Vermont, covers 2022 to 2024 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks with the 3.4L V35A twin-turbo V6. Owners describe throttle lag, lurching, stalling, and full engine failure. The complaint says the free engine swap leaves out some 2024 trucks.

The defendant blames machining debris left from production that damages the main bearing. Three recall waves announced in May 2024, November 2025, and May 2026 cover more than 250,000 Tundra and Lexus LX 600 vehicles. For the newest wave, dealers test crankshaft resonance instead of swapping every motor, and news coverage in September 2026 described a failed replacement engine. Plaintiffs use that kind of evidence to argue the fix doesn’t work, so keep every service invoice.

Transmission and Driving Data Suits Still in Court

Two more class actions are open but far from any payout.

UA80 eight-speed transmission: LeBoutheller v. Toyota Motor Sales (Eastern District of Texas, filed December 22, 2025) alleges overheating and harsh shifts in the Camry (including 2020 cars), Highlander, Tacoma, and Lexus RX 350.
Driving data shared with Progressive: Siefke v. Toyota Motor North America accused the carmaker and Connected Analytic Services of sending speed, braking, and location data to the insurer. On February 14, 2026, the judge sent it to individual arbitration because of the Connected Services agreement, which blocks a group recovery.

We found no filed case over the 2021 key fob remote start subscription, only owner forum blowback that made the automaker review it.

Older Deals That Already Closed

Case	What it covered	Status
IC forklift emissions	$299.5 million for forklifts built 2007 to 2021	Deadline passed in September 2026
RAV4 battery (Murphy)	2013 to 2018 RAV4, up to $75 per battery	Closed July 1, 2025
Denso fuel pump (Cheng)	Toyota and Lexus pump repairs	Closed March 21, 2023
Hands-free echo	Phone system echo, 15 nameplates	Final March 2026, no cash to most owners
Frame rust	2005 to 2010 Tacoma, some Tundra and Sequoia	Frame program from 2016, now aged out

Missing these is final. Watch our upcoming deadlines list, and compare the GM engine and transmission cases if you drive both brands.

If you own a covered Corolla, Avalon, Tacoma, Tundra, or Sequoia, look up your VIN and file in the airbag class action lawsuit Toyota settled before December 11, 2028, attaching rental or towing receipts if you have them. If your problem is a Tundra engine, keep records and watch for a court notice.

Toyota Class Action FAQ

Who is eligible for the Toyota lawsuit settlement?

Current and former owners or lessees of the Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Tacoma, Tundra, and Sequoia years listed above are eligible for the airbag deal. Ownership had to exist as of July 31, 2023.

What is the status of the Toyota class action lawsuit in 2026?

The airbag deal is final and paying reimbursements. The Tundra engine and transmission suits are pending, and the Progressive data case was sent to arbitration in February 2026.

How do I join the Toyota Tundra engine lawsuit?

You can’t sign up for it. If a court certifies a class or approves a deal, owners get notice with instructions. A law firm intake form is not a claim form.

Can I get a cash settlement from a Toyota class action?

Yes, but only through the airbag deal right now. It repays documented costs and may add up to $250. Payments that reimburse expenses are usually not income; see whether payouts are taxable.

This page summarizes public records about cases against Toyota. It is not legal advice; for your own vehicle or claim, talk to a licensed attorney.

Toyota Class Action Lawsuit: 2026 Claims and Cases