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Over the past several years, numerous class action lawsuits have been filed across Canada alleging price-fixing in the automobile parts industry. These class actions aim to address unlawful conspiracies that may have inflated the cost of automobile parts, affecting consumers, businesses, and vehicle owners across the country. 

The Auto Parts actions are comprised of approximately forty-five (45) class actions that have been commenced regarding alleged price-fixing of automobile parts. The unlawful conspiracies relate to the prices of parts installed by automakers in new vehicles. If you purchased or leased a new vehicle containing the relevant parts, or bought parts for installation in a new vehicle, you could be eligible for compensation.

Auto parts claim submission deadlines

*** THE DEADLINE FOR FILING A CLAIM HAS PASSED ***
You can no longer submit a claim for compensation under the Second Omnibus Distribution. Minor amendments to the Distribution Protocol have been approved by the Ontario and Quebec Courts. Payments to approved class members were issued in late August 2025. Further information can be found at www.autopartsettlement.ca.

Auto parts class action eligibility

The auto parts class actions affect any person in Canada who purchased or leased a new vehicle containing the relevant parts or who purchased the relevant parts for installation in a new vehicle (i.e. automakers). 

A description of the relevant automotive parts and the relevant class periods can be found here.

Join the auto parts class actions 

Even if you missed the filing deadline for certain auto parts class actions, staying informed about the remaining claims ensures you can take timely action when the third and final claims processes begin. Note that clicking on the “Join” button above is NOT filing a claim. The claims process has not yet commenced for 9 actions. Clicking on the “Join” button above (or filing a claim) will ensure that you are sent updates about these actions. 

Developments

Below is auto parts case information relating to:

  • The distribution of the settlement funds, including:
    • the current ongoing distribution in 28 actions. The deadline for filing a claim has passed and payments have been issued to approved claimants;
    • the pending distribution in 9 actions; and
    • the concluded distributions in 8 actions.

Auto Parts Class Action Settlements

To date, legal settlements have been entered into totalling approximately $180 million. Details of the settlements can be found here.

All settlements were approved by the Ontario, British Columbia and/or Quebec Courts, as applicable.

Auto Parts Settlement Fund Distribution

The claims process is pending in 9 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Pending”). Settlement funds have been distributed in 36 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Concluded”).

Claims Administration Process Pending: Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol

(Air Conditioning Systems, Anti-Vibration Rubber (“AVR”) Parts, Autolights, Automotive Exhaust Systems, Braking Systems, Door Latches & Closure Systems, Ignition Coils, Instrument Panel Clusters (“IPC”), and Shock Absorbers)

Settlements have been reached with all defendants in the above-noted actions. A proposed Distribution Protocol was approved by the Ontario, British Columbia and/or Quebec Courts as applicable. The claims process for the Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol has not yet commenced.

A copy of the Amended Distribution Protocol can be found here. [English] [French]

Claims Administration Process Concluded - First Omnibus Distribution

(Automotive Wire Harness Systems, Air Flow Meters, Constant Velocity-Joint Boot Products, Electronic Control Units, Fan Motors, Fuel Senders, Power Window Motors, and Windshield Washer Systems)

Legal settlements have been reached with all defendants in the above-noted auto parts class actions.

The deadline to apply for compensation has passed and the Claims Administrator has distributed the settlement funds.

Claims Administration Process Concluded - Second Omnibus Distribution Protocol

(Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Bearings, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Automotive Steel Tubes, Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, Electronic Throttle Bodies, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, Inverters, Manual Steering Columns, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Plastic Interior Trim, Power Window Switches, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, Valve Timing Control Devices and Windshield Wiper Systems) 

Settlements have been reached with all defendants in the above-noted auto parts class actions. 

The deadline to apply for compensation has passed and the Claims Administrator has distributed the settlement funds. 

Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, Inverters, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, and Windshield Wiper Systems 

Electronic Throttle Bodies 

Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, and Plastic Interior Trim 

Automotive Bearings, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, and Manual Steering Columns. 

Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Steel Tubes, Power Window Switches, and Valve Timing Control Devices 

FAQs

Do I have to pay anything to participate in the auto parts class action?

Class action lawyers are usually paid on a contingency basis. This means that class action legal counsel are only paid if successful. Class counsel are paid a percentage of any settlement or court award. Class counsel fees are subject to court approval.

Who is affected by the auto parts class actions?

You are affected by an auto parts class action if you are a person in Canada who, during the relevant class period:

  • purchased or leased a new or used Automotive Vehicle in Canada;
  • purchased a new or used Automotive Vehicle for import into Canada; or
  • purchased an automotive part in Canada for installation in a new Automotive Vehicle.

A description of the automotive parts and the relevant class periods can be found here.

The courts have approved protocols for the distribution of the settlement funds, including which settlement class members are/were entitled to share in the distribution (see Developments, Distribution).

Can I still join the class action?

There are no steps required to “join” the auto parts class action. Unless you opt-out (exclude yourself) from the class action), assuming you fall within the scope of the class definition, you are automatically included in the class action.

Can I exclude myself from the class action lawsuit?

The period to opt-out of (exclude yourself from) the auto parts class actions has expired.

What should I do to protect my rights?

To protect your rights, you should:

  1. Keep records of any purchases or leases of new vehicles from 1995 onwards. This period covers the entire duration of all auto parts price-fixing cases. You might be affected by multiple auto parts price-fixing cases;
  2. Keep records of any purchases of an automotive part for installation in new vehicles during the class period. A description of the automotive parts and the relevant class periods can be found here;
  3. Register to receive updates on the auto parts class action by filling out the form below.

I still have a question. Who should I contact?

For answers to common questions about class actions in Canada, such as timelines, eligibility, and settlement information, please visit our Class Action Lawsuit FAQ page.

If you have any other questions concerning your lawsuit eligibility, please email us at [email protected] or contact us by phone at 519.672.2121 or toll-free at 1.800.461.6066.

Documents

DISTRIBUTION

Claims Process Commenced

Second Omnibus Distribution (Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Bearings, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Automotive Steel Tubes, Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, Electronic Throttle Bodies, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, Inverters, Manual Steering Columns, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Plastic Interior Trim, Power Window Switches, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, Valve Timing Control Devices and Windshield Wiper Systems)

Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, Inverters, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, and Windshield Wiper Systems

Electronic Throttle Bodies

Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, and Plastic Interior Trim

Automotive Bearings, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, and Manual Steering Columns.

Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Steel Tubes, Power Window Switches, and Valve Timing Control Devices

Pending Claims Process

Third Omnibus Distribution (Air Conditioning Systems, Anti-Vibration Rubber (“AVR”) Parts, Autolights, Automotive Exhaust Systems, Braking Systems, Door Latches & Closure Systems, Ignition Coils, Instrument Panel Clusters (“IPC”), and Shock Absorbers)

Claims Administration Process Concluded

First Omnibus Distribution (Automotive Wire Harness Systems, Air Flow Meters, Electronic Control Units, Fan Motors, Fuel Senders, Power Window Motors, Windshield Washer Systems, and Constant Velocity-Joint-Boot Products)

Automotive Wire Harness Systems

Air Flow Meters, Electronic Control Units, Fan Motors, Fuel Senders, Power Window Motors, and Windshield Washer Systems

Constant Velocity-Joint-Boot Products

SETTLEMENTS

For information regarding Automotive Access Mechanisms, Door Latches & Closure Systems, and Valve Timing Control Devices, please visit Class Counsel’s website at: https://www.sotosclassactions.com/auto-parts/.

Below is auto parts case information relating to:

  • The distribution of the settlement funds, including:
    • the current ongoing distribution in 28 actions. The deadline for filing a claim has passed and payments have been issued to approved claimants;
    • the pending distribution in 9 actions; and
    • the concluded distributions in 8 actions.

Auto Parts Class Action Settlements

To date, legal settlements have been entered into totalling approximately $180 million. Details of the settlements can be found here.

All settlements were approved by the Ontario, British Columbia and/or Quebec Courts, as applicable.

Auto Parts Settlement Fund Distribution

The claims process is pending in 9 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Pending”). Settlement funds have been distributed in 36 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Concluded”).

Claims Administration Process Pending: Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol

(Air Conditioning Systems, Anti-Vibration Rubber (“AVR”) Parts, Autolights, Automotive Exhaust Systems, Braking Systems, Door Latches & Closure Systems, Ignition Coils, Instrument Panel Clusters (“IPC”), and Shock Absorbers)

Settlements have been reached with all defendants in the above-noted actions. A proposed Distribution Protocol was approved by the Ontario, British Columbia and/or Quebec Courts as applicable. The claims process for the Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol has not yet commenced.

A copy of the Amended Distribution Protocol can be found here. [English] [French]

Claims Administration Process Concluded - First Omnibus Distribution

(Automotive Wire Harness Systems, Air Flow Meters, Constant Velocity-Joint Boot Products, Electronic Control Units, Fan Motors, Fuel Senders, Power Window Motors, and Windshield Washer Systems)

Legal settlements have been reached with all defendants in the above-noted auto parts class actions.

The deadline to apply for compensation has passed and the Claims Administrator has distributed the settlement funds.

Claims Administration Process Concluded - Second Omnibus Distribution Protocol

(Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Bearings, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Automotive Steel Tubes, Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, Electronic Throttle Bodies, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, Inverters, Manual Steering Columns, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Plastic Interior Trim, Power Window Switches, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, Valve Timing Control Devices and Windshield Wiper Systems) 

Settlements have been reached with all defendants in the above-noted auto parts class actions. 

The deadline to apply for compensation has passed and the Claims Administrator has distributed the settlement funds. 

Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, Inverters, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, and Windshield Wiper Systems 

Electronic Throttle Bodies 

Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, and Plastic Interior Trim 

Automotive Bearings, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, and Manual Steering Columns. 

Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Steel Tubes, Power Window Switches, and Valve Timing Control Devices 

Do I have to pay anything to participate in the auto parts class action?

Class action lawyers are usually paid on a contingency basis. This means that class action legal counsel are only paid if successful. Class counsel are paid a percentage of any settlement or court award. Class counsel fees are subject to court approval.

Who is affected by the auto parts class actions?

You are affected by an auto parts class action if you are a person in Canada who, during the relevant class period:

  • purchased or leased a new or used Automotive Vehicle in Canada;
  • purchased a new or used Automotive Vehicle for import into Canada; or
  • purchased an automotive part in Canada for installation in a new Automotive Vehicle.

A description of the automotive parts and the relevant class periods can be found here.

The courts have approved protocols for the distribution of the settlement funds, including which settlement class members are/were entitled to share in the distribution (see Developments, Distribution).

Can I still join the class action?

There are no steps required to “join” the auto parts class action. Unless you opt-out (exclude yourself) from the class action), assuming you fall within the scope of the class definition, you are automatically included in the class action.

Can I exclude myself from the class action lawsuit?

The period to opt-out of (exclude yourself from) the auto parts class actions has expired.

What should I do to protect my rights?

To protect your rights, you should:

  1. Keep records of any purchases or leases of new vehicles from 1995 onwards. This period covers the entire duration of all auto parts price-fixing cases. You might be affected by multiple auto parts price-fixing cases;
  2. Keep records of any purchases of an automotive part for installation in new vehicles during the class period. A description of the automotive parts and the relevant class periods can be found here;
  3. Register to receive updates on the auto parts class action by filling out the form below.

I still have a question. Who should I contact?

For answers to common questions about class actions in Canada, such as timelines, eligibility, and settlement information, please visit our Class Action Lawsuit FAQ page.

If you have any other questions concerning your lawsuit eligibility, please email us at [email protected] or contact us by phone at 519.672.2121 or toll-free at 1.800.461.6066.

DISTRIBUTION

Claims Process Commenced

Second Omnibus Distribution (Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Bearings, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Automotive Steel Tubes, Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, Electronic Throttle Bodies, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, Inverters, Manual Steering Columns, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Plastic Interior Trim, Power Window Switches, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, Valve Timing Control Devices and Windshield Wiper Systems)

Alternators, Automatic Transmission Fluid Warmers and Oil Coolers, Automotive Brake Hoses, Automotive Hoses, Fuel Injection Systems, Heater Control Panels, Inverters, Motor Generators, Occupant Safety Systems, Oxygen Sensors, Radiators, Spark Plugs, Starters, Steering Angle Sensors, Switches, and Windshield Wiper Systems

Electronic Throttle Bodies

Body Sealing Parts, Ceramic Substrates, and Plastic Interior Trim

Automotive Bearings, Electric Powered Steering (“EPS”) Assemblies, High Intensity Discharge (“HID”) Ballasts, and Manual Steering Columns.

Automotive Access Mechanisms, Automotive Steel Tubes, Power Window Switches, and Valve Timing Control Devices

Pending Claims Process

Third Omnibus Distribution (Air Conditioning Systems, Anti-Vibration Rubber (“AVR”) Parts, Autolights, Automotive Exhaust Systems, Braking Systems, Door Latches & Closure Systems, Ignition Coils, Instrument Panel Clusters (“IPC”), and Shock Absorbers)

Claims Administration Process Concluded

First Omnibus Distribution (Automotive Wire Harness Systems, Air Flow Meters, Electronic Control Units, Fan Motors, Fuel Senders, Power Window Motors, Windshield Washer Systems, and Constant Velocity-Joint-Boot Products)

Automotive Wire Harness Systems

Air Flow Meters, Electronic Control Units, Fan Motors, Fuel Senders, Power Window Motors, and Windshield Washer Systems

Constant Velocity-Joint-Boot Products

SETTLEMENTS

For information regarding Automotive Access Mechanisms, Door Latches & Closure Systems, and Valve Timing Control Devices, please visit Class Counsel’s website at: https://www.sotosclassactions.com/auto-parts/.

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