Turbocharger Class Settlement - Volkswagen/Audi
Up to 50% of repair or replacement costs (parts and labor) for failed turbochargers; 40% if repair documentation doesn't specify cause; reimbursement capped at $3,850 for non-authorized dealer repairs.
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 29, 2025. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →
What happened
Volkswagen and Audi vehicles equipped with certain turbochargers are alleged to have defective wastegates prone to premature failure due to corrosion and wear. Volkswagen denies the claims and maintains the turbochargers function properly, but has agreed to settle to provide warranty extensions and reimbursement for past repairs. Volkswagen admits no wrongdoing.
Do you qualify?
Current or past owners or lessees of certain Volkswagen and Audi vehicles (specific model years 2008-2024) with particular VINs distributed in the United States or Puerto Rico. Vehicle eligibility can be verified using the VIN Lookup tool on the settlement website.
How to file
Submit a completed Claim Form before the November 29, 2025 deadline (now passed) by mail or online to the Settlement Claim Administrator at the address provided, along with proof of repair invoices, declarations signed under penalty of perjury confirming vehicle adherence to maintenance schedules, and other required documentation. For warranty extensions on Generation 3 vehicles, no claim is required—coverage is automatic.
Common questions
- How much does the Turbocharger Class Settlement - Volkswagen/Audi pay?
- Estimated payout: Up to 50% of repair or replacement costs (parts and labor) for failed turbochargers; 40% if repair documentation doesn't specify cause; reimbursement capped at $3,850 for non-authorized dealer repairs.. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
- What is the claim deadline for the Turbocharger Class Settlement - Volkswagen/Audi?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 29, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Turbocharger Class Settlement - Volkswagen/Audi?
- Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
- Is the Turbocharger Class Settlement - Volkswagen/Audi notice real, or a scam?
- JND Legal Administration is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at turboclasssettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
- When will payments from the Turbocharger Class Settlement - Volkswagen/Audi be sent?
- Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for December 4, 2025; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
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