Class Action

Hyundai / Kia Class Action – Quebec

This proposed class action alleges that Hyundai and Kia continue to manufacture, market, and sell vehicles with a defect found in the brake system located in the engine compartments of these vehicles that was also found to exist in previous models, the Electrical Fire Defect, and failed to inform and protect consumers of the risks that this defect presents.
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What is this lawsuit about?

On June 2, 2022 Slater Vecchio filed an application for authorization to institute a class action in the Quebec Superior Court for alleged violations of the Quebec Consumer Protection Act by Hyundai Auto Canada Corporation and Kia Canada Inc. in relation to a defect found in the brake system located in the engine compartments of a number of these vehicles that was also found to exist in previous models, the Electrical Fire Defect. 

This potential class action seeks to represent all individuals in Quebec who purchased or leased one of the following vehicles: 

  • Hyundai Accent 2012-2015
  • Hyundai Elantra 2007-2015
  • Hyundai Equus 2014-2015
  • Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2011-2015
  • Hyundai Sante Fe 2013-2015, 2017-2018
  • Hyundai Sante Fe Sport 2013
  • Hyundai Tucson 2010-2021
  • Hyundai Veracruz 2010-2012
  • Hyundai Santa Fe XL 2019
  • Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2013-2015, 2017-2018
  • Hyundai Genesis 2009-2012, 2015-2016
  • Hyundai Genesis G80 2017-2020
  • Hyundai Elantra Touring 2009-2011
  • Hyundai Entourage 2007-2009
  • Hyundai Azera 2006-2009
  • Hyundai Sonata 2006
  • Kia Borrego 2010-2011
  • Kia Cadenza 2014-2016
  • Kia Forte 2010-2013
  • Kia Forte Coup 2010-2013
  • Kia K900 2015-2018
  • Kia Optima 2010-2015
  • Kia Rio 2012-2017
  • Kia Rondo 2010-2017
  • Kia Sorento 2007-2009, 2011-2015
  • Kia Soul 2011-2013
  • Kia Sportage 2008-2010, 2014-2021
  • Kia Cadenza 2017-2018
  • Kia Stinger 2018-2021
  • Kia Sedona 2006-2010

This Electrical Fire Defect is alleged to expose individuals in the above vehicles to an unreasonable risk of harm, injury, and property damage. 

Who Does This Class Action Represent?

This action is brought on behalf of all individuals in Quebec who purchased or leased one of these vehicles.  These individuals are referred to as the proposed Class Members.

What Should Proposed Class Members Do Now?

If you are a Quebec resident who purchased one of these vehicles, we encourage you to contact us using the form on this page to tell us about your experience.  In addition, it is recommended to keep or find sales or lease agreements for your Hyundai or Kia vehicle.

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