Hyundai, Kia announce $200 million settlement over security flaw that became a TikTok challenge

The settlement covers about 9 million Hyundai and Kia vehicles. The lawsuit filed by car owners was litigated in federal court in Santa Ana.

A settlement was reached in federal court in Santa Ana over litigation brought by Hyundai and Kia car owners involving a security weakness that made the rounds on social media, the automakers announced Thursday, May 18.

The agreement could be valued around $200 million, but it depends on how many car owners participate in the settlement, which will offer cash for some customers who have theft-related claims. U.S. District Judge James Selna will consider preliminary approval of the settlement in July.

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