Toyota has agreed to a $78.5 million class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims its vehicles were equipped with defective air bag control units that could malfunction during a crash.

According to the automotive class action lawsuit, Toyota equipped some of its vehicles with defective air bag control units. These components allegedly malfunction during collisions, preventing the air bags from deploying.

Toyota is a global vehicle brand based in Japan.

The company hasn’t admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to a $78.5 million settlement to resolve the air bag defect class action lawsuit.

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Toyota Air Bag Control Units Class Action Lawsuit

Who’s Eligible:
- Current and former owners and lessees of 2011-2019 Toyota Corolla, 2011–2013 Toyota Corolla Matrix, 2012–2018 Toyota Avalon, 2013–2018 Toyota Avalon HV, 2012–2019 Toyota Tacoma, 2012–2017 Toyota Tundra and 2012–2017 Toyota Sequoia vehicles
Estimated Amount: Varies
Proof of Purchase: Documentation of out-of-pocket expenses
Claim Form Deadline: 12/16/2026
Case Name & Number:
- In re: ZF-TRW Air Bag Control Units Product Liability Litigation, Case No. 2:19-ml-02905-JAK-MRW, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
How to file a claim:
- Head over to the Claim Form.
- Read over the claim form to see if you are eligible.
- Complete the claim form with your info.
- Submit your claim form to receive your potential award!

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