Audi & Volkswagen Turbocharger Class Action Settlement
By Steve Levine
Image Credit: Unsplash | Published: September 21, 2025
Claim Deadline: November 29, 2025
Award: Reimbursement, Warranty Extension
Proof required: Yes
What is the VW / Audio Turbo Settlement About?
Consumers may be part of a new class action settlement reached with Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. and Audi, as well as some of their affiliates over allegations that certain Audi and Volkswagen vehicles equipped with specific turbocharged engines experienced premature turbocharger failures. Audi and Volkswagen (VW) deny wrongdoing, but agreed to a settlement that provides warranty extensions and reimbursements for certain past repairs.Which Vehicles are Included?
Consumers can use the official Audi and Volkswagen turbo class action lawsuit VIN Lookup Portal on the official website to confirm eligibility.• Audi examples include select model years of A3, Q3, TT (Gen 1/2/3 groups).
• Volkswagen examples include select model years of Golf/GTI/Golf R, Jetta/GLI, Tiguan, Atlas/Atlas Cross Sport, and others (Gen 1/3 groups).
Below is the list of included cars straight from the class action notice. Only certain VINs qualify, so use the VIN Lookup to double-check that your vehicle is included in the turbo class action settlement.
Included Audi vehicles
• Generation 1: 2008 - 2009 A3; 2015 - 2018 Q3
• Generation 2: 2009 - 2014 A4; 2010 - 2014 A5; 2013 - 2015 A6; 2011 - 2014 Q5; 2011 - 2012 TT
• Generation 3: 2015 - 2020 A3; 2019 - 2024 Q3; 2016 - 2023 TT
Included Volkswagen vehicles
• Generation 1: 2008 - 2014 GTI and Golf R; 2012 - 2013 Beetle; 2009 Jetta SportWagen; 2008 - 2013 Jetta Sedan and GLI; 2009 - 2016 Eos; 2008 - 2010 Passat; 2009 - 2017 CC; 2009 - 2018 Tiguan
• Generation 3: 2015 - 2018 Golf; 2015 - 2021 GTI; 2015 - 2019 Golf R; 2015 - 2019 Golf SportWagen and Alltrack; 2019 - 2024 Jetta GLI; 2019 - 2021 Arteon; 2018 - 2023 Atlas; 2020 - 2023 Atlas Cross Sport
What Benefits Are Available?
• Warranty Extension (Certain Gen 3 vehicles): Effective Sept 15, 2025, extension to 8.5 years or 85,000 miles (whichever first) from In-Service Date, covering 50% of qualifying turbo repair/replacement at an authorized dealer when caused by specified wastegate corrosion. If a Gen 3 vehicle is already older than 8.5 years on Sept 15, 2025, coverage runs until Nov 14, 2025 or 85,000 miles, whichever first. Subject to NVLW terms and exclusions (e.g., abuse, lack of maintenance).
• Reimbursement for One Prior Repair (All Settlement Class Vehicles): If, before Sept 15, 2025 and within 8.5 years/85,000 miles from In-Service Date, you paid for a turbo repair/replacement, you may claim 50% reimbursement (or 40% if paperwork doesn't specify the covered cause), subject to documentation and limits (non-dealer cap of $3,850 invoice; additional proof if within NVLW).
Are Both Owners and Lessees Eligible for the Turbo Settlement?
Yes. Both current and former Owners or Lessees of qualifying Audi or Volkswagen Vehicles in the U.S. and Puerto Rico may be eligible to claim Reimbursement or Warranty Benefits, provided their VIN is included.Can I Still Qualify If I Sold My Audi or Volkswagen Before the Settlement?
Yes. Former Owners or Lessees can still qualify for Reimbursement of one past Repair if they meet the Eligibility Criteria and provide proper Documentation, even if they no longer own the Vehicle at the time of the Settlement.What Proof is Required to File a Claim?
To potentially qualify to be part of the settlement, you must submit a completed, signed claim form by Nov 29, 2025, and include: repair invoice(s) with VIN, repair details, cost and proof of payment; a declaration that the engine wasn't modified; proof you sought warranty repair first if the repair occurred during NVLW and was done outside a dealer; and, if cause isn't specified, maintenance records (or perjury declaration) showing oil-service adherence within 10% intervals. Forms and declaration templates are available on the official site.Who Is Included?
Anyone that purchased or leased a covered VIN number (a covered Audi or VW car) in the U.S. or Puerto Rico may be included, except certain excluded categories (e.g., judges, VWGoA employees, salvaged title purchases, insurers, prior releasors, and those who timely exclude themselves).What is the Total Settlement Amount?
There is no fixed cash fund. Instead, the settlement provides extended warranty coverage and reimbursement for 50% (or 40% in some cases) of one prior qualifying turbocharger repair, with caps and conditions.Which Turbo Engines are Part of the Settlement?
The settlement covers vehicles equipped with EA888 turbocharged engines for Generations 1, 2, and 3.What are the Important Dates?
Exclude or Object by: October 15, 2025Final Fairness Hearing: December 4, 2025
Claim Deadline: November 29, 2025
When Will I Be Paid?
If the Settlement receives final approval and any appeals are resolved, valid reimbursements will be mailed within 150 days of the later of a complete claim or the Effective Date.How Do I Check VIN or Get Help?
Visit TurboClassSettlement.com to use the VIN Lookup Portal, submit a claim online, and download forms.How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:Official Notice - Audi
Official Notice - Volkswagen
Claim Form Website: TurboClassSettlement.com
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Sources
• Official Settlement Website• Court & Settlement Documents
• FAQ
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please note that your claim form will be rejected if you submit a settlement claim with any fraudulent information. By providing this information and your sworn statement of its veracity, you agree to do so under the penalty of perjury. If you are not sure whether you qualify, visit the class action administrator's website. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer advocacy and class action news site, and is not a class action administrator or a law firm.
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Submit Claim| Turbo Settlement Summary | |
| Status | Proposed Settlement (Preliminary Approval Granted) |
|---|---|
| Claim Deadline | November 29, 2025 |
| Exclude/Object By | October 15, 2025 |
| Final Fairness Hearing | December 4, 2025 (11:00 a.m. ET, Newark) |
| Benefits | Warranty extension (Gen 3, 50% coverage) & 50% (or 40%) reimbursement of one prior qualifying turbo repair (non-dealer cap $3,850), subject to documentation and exclusions |
| VIN Lookup | Check Eligibility |