Settled, paying · closes December 11, 2028
The Toyota airbag control unit MDL and who can claim through 2028
Last checked July 9, 2026
Toyota's part of the ZF-TRW airbag control unit litigation settled for $78.5 million, and owners of covered vehicles have until December 11, 2028 to file. The case sits in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California as MDL 2:19-ml-02905.
The plaintiffs alleged that the ZF-TRW electronic control unit in millions of Toyotas could fail in a crash and leave the airbags undeployed. Toyota denied liability and settled the claims against it; the same MDL contains separate settlements with other automakers.
Vehicles in the class
- 2011 to 2019 Corolla and 2011 to 2013 Corolla Matrix
- 2012 to 2018 Avalon and 2013 to 2018 Avalon HV
- 2012 to 2019 Tacoma
- 2012 to 2017 Tundra and 2012 to 2017 Sequoia
- Current and former U.S. owners and lessees qualify only if the VIN lookup on the claim site confirms a ZF-TRW unit.
What the settlement provides
Beyond cash, the agreement includes an extended parts warranty on the affected safety systems and a loaner vehicle program for anyone who cannot safely drive while waiting on a repair. Cash amounts vary by vehicle and by claim type, so the administrator sets the figure after reviewing what you submit.
Where the case stands
The settlement is approved and the claim window is long: submissions are accepted through December 11, 2028. The length reflects that repair-related costs can arise over time. A claim filed now is processed on the same terms as one filed in 2028.
How filing works
Start at airbagcontrolunitsettlement.com and run your VIN through the lookup tool. If the vehicle is covered, pick the claim type that matches your situation (repair expenses, loaner costs, or other documented losses), then upload proof of ownership or lease and any receipts. Documentation is required for this settlement.
The administrator reviews each claim against the VIN list and the receipts, then issues payment on the settlement's schedule. There is no charge to file. Payout lists the case as a free option and takes nothing from a claimant's payment.
Questions about the Toyota Airbag Control Units case
How do I know if my Toyota has the ZF-TRW unit?
Enter your VIN in the lookup tool on the official claim site. Model year alone is not enough; the VIN check is what confirms coverage.
I sold the car years ago. Can I still file?
Yes, former owners and lessees are in the class, though you still need to show you owned or leased the vehicle.
Is there a deadline coming up soon?
No. Claims are accepted through December 11, 2028.
What documents do I need?
Proof of ownership or lease, plus repair receipts or loaner invoices for any expense you are claiming.
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