Kia, Hyundai owners may soon claim $145M settlement

(CNN)– Millions of Kia and Hyundai car owners should be able to claim money soon in a massive car theft legal settlement.

The automakers settled a class-action lawsuit for $145 million after claims that they failed to install immobilizers in some models, allowing their cars to be stolen.

The law firm representing the plaintiffs estimates the suit covers about 9 million vehicles.

Anyone who bought or leased a Kia or Hyundai from 2011 to 2022 should be eligible for the settlement.

They should be notified next week about how to submit their claims.