Audi & VW AEB Defect Settlement

All persons or entities who purchased or leased a Settlement Class Vehicle in the United States of America and Puerto Rico. Eligible vehicles include:

Eligible vehicles include:

2019-2023 Volkswagen Arteon

2018-2023 Volkswagen Atlas

2020-2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2016-2017 Volkswagen CC

2016-2021 Volkswagen Golf

2016-2019 and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf R

2016-2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen

2016-2023 Volkswagen GTI

2016-2019 Volkswagen e-Golf

2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4

2016-2023 Volkswagen Jetta

2016-2022 Volkswagen Passat

2022-2023 Volkswagen Taos

2018-2023 Volkswagen Tiguan

2015- 2017 Volkswagen Touareg

2015-2020 and 2022-2023 Audi A3

2019-2023 Audi Q3

2013-2023 Audi A4

2013-2023 Audi A5

2013-2023 Audi Q5

2012-2023 Audi A6

2012-2023 Audi A7

2011-2023 Audi A8

2017-2023 Audi Q7

2019-2023 Audi Q8

2019-2023 Audi e-tron

2022-2023 Audi e-tron GT

2022-2023 Audi Q4

Note: The specific Settlement Class Vehicles are determined by Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs). You can look up whether your vehicle is a Settlement Class Vehicle by typing your vehicle’s VIN where indicated in the VIN Lookup Portal on the settlement's website.

To receive reimbursement for repairs, you'll need to submit documentation proving your ownership and the repairs made to your AEB system.

Here's a breakdown of what's required:

• Proof of Ownership: This could be your vehicle registration or title.
  
  
• Repair Documents:
  • Repair orders or invoices that show:
    • Your name
    • Vehicle details (make, model, VIN)
    • Date of repair
    • Repair facility information (name and address)
    • Description of the repairs performed (including parts replaced and labor costs)
    • Vehicle mileage at the time of repairs
  • Receipts or invoices demonstrating you paid for the repairs

Remember, these documents are necessary to claim reimbursement for repairs to your AEB system.

Audi and Volkswagen have reached a settlement with drivers over a class action lawsuit concerning alleged defects in their Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems. While both companies deny any wrongdoing, they have agreed to provide compensation to affected drivers.

The settlement offers two key benefits:

• Extended New Vehicle Limited Warranty: All class members will receive an extended warranty on their vehicles' AEB systems. This warranty covers 75% of repair costs for AEB malfunctions or failures that occur within 12 months or 12,000 miles of the warranty start date.
  
  
• Reimbursement for Past Repairs: Drivers who previously paid for AEB system repairs may be eligible for reimbursement. The amount varies depending on when the repairs were completed:
  
  
  • Up to 100% reimbursement is available for repairs completed within the original vehicle warranty period.
    
    
  • Up to 75% reimbursement is available for repairs completed within 12 months or 12,000 miles after the original warranty expired.

To determine eligibility, drivers can visit the settlement website or use a VIN number lookup tool to see if their specific Audi or Volkswagen model is included in the class action.

The lawsuit alleged that these AEB systems malfunctioned or failed entirely in certain Audi and Volkswagen vehicles. Though the defendants maintain there were no defects, they have chosen to settle the case to avoid further legal proceedings.

This settlement offers a solution for affected drivers, providing financial compensation for past repairs and extended warranty coverage for future AEB system issues.