A massive class-action settlement may have just resulted in Volkswagen and Audi owners receiving up to $3,850 in compensation for repairs incurred. The settlement was reached following allegations of defective turbochargers sold by the Volkswagen Group, which led to premature failures.
Car owners had to pay for repairs that resulted from the defect. The deadline to submit reimbursement claims has been set, and drivers are required to check for eligibility and submit their settlement claim before the deadline.
Volkswagen Faces Major Legal Challenge
The sale of vehicles with defective turbochargers to drivers resulted in the premature failure of the turbocharger wastegate. Owners urged that they had paid for damages which should have been covered by Volkswagen Group.
Volkswagen and Audi denied any knowledge of the defect but agreed to settle the lawsuit to avoid prolonged and costly court proceedings. Although the total settlement amount was not publicly disclosed, eligible drivers can receive reimbursement for repair costs or warranty extensions.
Preliminary approval for the settlement was granted on May 30, 2025, with final approval scheduled for December 4, 2025.
Who Qualifies for Reimbursement?
Are you a current Audi or Volkswagen owner? Are you a former owner, or have you leased the vehicle? If the answer is yes, then your vehicle should be a Generation 1, 2, or 3 model equipped with the EA888 engine.
Models Included in the Settlement
These are the vehicles that qualify for compensation.
Volkswagen Models:
- Arteon: 2019–2021
- Atlas: 2018–2023
- Atlas Cross Sport: 2020–2023
- Beetle: 2012–2013
- CC: 2009–2017
- Eos: 2009–2016
- Golf: 2015–2018
- Golf GTI: 2008–2021
- Golf R: 2008–2019
- Golf SportWagen/Alltrack: 2015–2019
- Jetta: 2008–2013
- Jetta GLI: 2008–2013, 2019–2024
- Jetta SportWagen: 2009
- Passat: 2008–2010
- Tiguan: 2009–2018
Audi Models:
- A3: 2008–2009, 2015–2020
- A4: 2009–2014
- A5: 2010–2014
- A6: 2013–2015
- Q3: 2015–2024
- Q5: 2011–2014
- TT: 2011–2012, 2016–2023
To confirm their vehicle’s eligibility status, drivers should visit TurboClassSettlement.com and search their vehicle’s Identification Number (VIN) or call the claims administrator at 1-855-779-6685. The compensation is not available for dealers of used cars, insurers, commercial resellers, or vehicles with salvaged titles.
What Drivers Could Receive in Compensation
Drivers who paid for a qualifying turbocharger repair or replacement within 8.5 years or 85,000 miles of their car’s in-service date may receive a 50% reimbursement of the repair costs if it’s specified that the vehicle had a malfunctioning wastegate. A driver may receive only a 40% reimbursement if no reason has been specified.
If the repair was performed by a Volkswagen or Audi dealer, owners will receive a payment, which is capped at $3,850. The percentage of reimbursement also depends on the vehicle’s generation and whether documentation specifies the cause of turbocharger failure.
Warranty Extension for Generation 3
Drivers of Generation 3 vehicles could receive an extended limited warranty of 8.5 years or 85,000 miles. The warranty covers 50% of the cost of repair parts and labor costs for qualified turbocharger failures. However, no warranty extension will be provided for failures occurring due to abuse, poor maintenance, accidents, or modifications.
Steps to Submit Your Claim
In order to receive reimbursement, claims must be submitted either by applying online through TurboClassSettlement.com or by mail to the settlement administrator in Seattle before the deadline of November 29, 2025.
The following deadlines are important to note:
- The deadline for Objections is October 15, 2025.
- The deadline for filing claims is November 29, 2025.
- The date of the final approval hearing is December 4, 2025.
According to the settlement notice, reimbursement payments will be made within 150 days of the final approval.
Conclusion
It is an opportunity for Volkswagen and Audi owners to recover money lost in costly repairs. The extended warranty coverage is a significant advantage for drivers to cover potential future needs. Although Volkswagen Group did not take responsibility, affected drivers will be compensated for costs incurred and provided with warranties for potential future failures.
Car owners should verify their eligibility and submit claims before the November 29 deadline. Those who miss this deadline will also miss their reimbursement or warranty benefits.