Audi and Volkswagen Turbocharger Settlement — Final Approval Granted
The court granted final approval in December 2025. Claim-determination notices were mailed June 11, 2026, and approved reimbursements remain governed by the settlement schedule.
The court granted final approval in December 2025. Claim-determination notices were mailed June 11, 2026, and approved reimbursements remain governed by the settlement schedule.
The court granted final approval in December 2025. Claim-determination notices were mailed June 11, 2026, and approved reimbursements remain governed by the settlement schedule.
StatusFinal Approval Granted · Claims Under ReviewSee the current-status update above.
Claim DeadlineNovember 29, 2025The claims or election period is closed.
Settlement FundWarranty and reimbursement settlementDeductions and allocation terms apply.
Potential BenefitRepair reimbursement and warranty extensionEligibility and allocation rules apply.
What Happened?
The lawsuit alleged that turbochargers in certain Audi and Volkswagen vehicles failed prematurely. The defendants denied wrongdoing and agreed to provide warranty and reimbursement benefits.
Who Was Covered?
The class includes current and former owners or lessees of covered vehicle identification numbers for specified Audi and Volkswagen models sold or leased in the United States or Puerto Rico.
What Benefits Were Available?
The settlement provides extended warranty coverage and reimbursement for qualifying past turbocharger repairs, subject to vehicle, repair, proof, and percentage limitations.
How Claims Were Filed
Claims had to be submitted by November 29, 2025. Payments were later mailed or released electronically in August 2025.
• Final approval granted: May 7, 2025
• Claim deadline: November 29, 2025
• Checks mailed: August 13, 2025
• Digital payments released: August 15, 2025
Settlement Fund and Legal Fees
Notice, administration, legal fees, expenses, benefit payments, and other court-approved deductions are governed by the settlement documents and orders. These amounts can affect individual benefits.
Case Information
Kimball v. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Case No. 2:22-cv-04163-MAH, in U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.