$889K Toyota TCPA Spam Text Messages Class Action Settlement
By Steve Levine
Published: January 21, 2026
Settlement Amount: $889,525
Claim Form Deadline: April 9, 2026
Proof required: Yes
What is the Toyota of North Miami TCPA Class Action About?
You may be part of a new $889,525 class action settlement after allegations that Toyota of North Miami sent marketing text messages to telephone numbers after consumers asked the messages to stop.The class action lawsuit claims these texts were sent in violation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and the Florida Telephone Solicitation Act (FTSA).
Toyota of North Miami denies wrongdoing. The Court has not ruled that the company did anything wrong. The settlement is proposed and requires final Court approval.
What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The gross settlement fund is up to $889,525. The fund may be used to pay settlement administration costs, attorneys’ fees and expenses, and a service award for the class representative, with remaining amounts distributed to approved claimants under the settlement terms.Who is Included in the Settlement?
You may be included if you are a person in the United States who, from March 10, 2021 through September 20, 2025:• Was sent a text message as reflected in the text message logs produced in the case, and
• Opted out of Defendant’s messages but continued to receive text messages 15 days after opting out.
If you are not sure whether you are included, the settlement website and toll-free number can help you confirm.
How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
To qualify, you must be a settlement class member and submit a timely, valid, correct, and verified claim form by the deadline. One claim form is allowed per class member, and one submission covers all qualifying texts you received after opting out.How Much Can I Get Paid?
The notice states eligible claimants may receive up to $85 per text message (for each text message received after you first asked the messages to stop). The final amount depends on the number of valid claims and Court approved deductions and settlement terms.How Do I File a Claim
To receive a payment, you must submit a completed claim form online or by mail. The claim must be postmarked by April 9, 2026.The claim form requests your contact information, the phone number that received the texts, your Claim ID, and a signed attestation. The administrator may research and verify claims.
What is the Claim Form Deadline?
The claim form deadline is April 9, 2026 (postmarked by this date if mailed).What are the Important Dates?
• Claim submission deadline: April 9, 2026
• Opt out deadline: January 23, 2026
• Objection deadline: January 23, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: March 25, 2026 at 11:45 a.m. (virtual courtroom)
When is the Class Action Settlement Payment Date?
Payments are expected to be sent after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. The notice states checks are sent within 60 days following the settlement’s Effective Date.Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
The claim form requires claimant details, the phone number that received the texts, a Claim ID, and a signed statement under penalty of perjury. The notice also states claims may be researched and verified by the settlement administrator.When Will Claim Form Be Available?
The claim form is available now through the settlement website and as a downloadable PDF.How Many People are Affected?
The notice excerpt does not state the total number of people affected. The final number of class members is usually not published in the notice summary and can depend on the defendant’s text logs and settlement administrator’s list.When Will this Class Action Be Certified?
This case is presented as a class action settlement with a proposed settlement class definition in the notice. The excerpt does not list a separate future class certification date. The Court will decide whether to approve the settlement at the Final Approval Hearing.What are the Odds This Class Action is Settled?
A settlement has already been reached, but it still needs final court approval. If final approval is granted and any appeals are resolved, payments will be sent to approved claimants.What is the Anticipated Settlement Amount?
The anticipated settlement amount is up to $889,525 as stated in the notice.How much will Each Class Action Claimant be Paid?
The notice states payments are up to $85 per qualifying text message (each text received after the request to stop). The final amount depends on the number of approved claims and Court approved deductions.Case Overview
The case is titled Karpiel v. FRL Automotive LLC d/b/a Toyota of North Miami, Case Number 2025-020201-CA-01, in the Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in and for Miami-Dade County, Florida.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:What are my Options?
• Submit a claim to receive a payment if eligible.• Do nothing. You will not receive a payment if you do not submit a timely claim, and unless you opt out you will give up the right to sue the defendant over the claims resolved by this case later.
• Opt out by January 23, 2026 to keep your right to sue on your own. You will not receive a payment from this settlement.
• Object by January 23, 2026 if you remain in the class and want to tell the Court why you believe the settlement is unfair.
How to Opt Out
To exclude yourself, you must mail a signed request to be excluded that is postmarked by January 23, 2026. The notice provides the mailing address and requirements for an exclusion request.How to Object
To object, you must file and mail a written objection that meets the notice requirements and is postmarked by January 23, 2026. If you opt out, you cannot object.Claim Form Website: Settlement Site
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Official Settlement Notice
Sources
• Official Settlement Website: Class Action Site• Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in and for Miami-Dade County, Florida, Karpiel v. FRL Automotive LLC d/b/a Toyota of North Miami, Case No. 2025-020201-CA-01
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please submit only truthful information. False claims can be rejected and may carry penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the settlement administrator. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not a settlement administrator or a law firm.
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Submit Claim| Class Action Summary | |
| Status | Open to Claims |
|---|---|
| Claim Form Deadline | April 9, 2026 |
| Settlement Amount | $889,525 |
| Category | TCPA and Consumer Privacy |
| Estimated Payout per Person | Up to $85 per qualifying text message, subject to settlement terms and Court approved deductions |
| Case Number | 2025-020201-CA-01 |
| Case Title | Karpiel v. FRL Automotive LLC d/b/a Toyota of North Miami |
| Court | Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit, Miami-Dade County, Florida |
| Final Approval Hearing | March 25, 2026 at 11:45 a.m. (Virtual Courtroom) |
| Opt Out Deadline | January 23, 2026 |
| Objection Deadline | January 23, 2026 |
| Claim Website | Toyota of North Miami TCPA Settlement Site |
| Administrator | FRL Automotive TCPA Case (claims administrator portal linked above) |