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*** 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 will begin shortly.  Further information can be found at www.autopartsettlement.ca.

Note: Clicking on the “Join” button above is NOT filing a claim. The claims process related to 28 actions. 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 the remaining actions that were not part of this claims process.

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. The 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 (ie. automakers).

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

Developments

Below is information relating to:

  • Proposed settlements and the court approval hearing date to approve the settlements;;
  • Information about the distribution of the settlement funds, including:
    • the current ongoing distribution in 28 actions. The deadline for filing a claim has passed;
    • the pending distribution in 9 actions and the court approval hearing dates to approve an amended distribution protocol; and
    • the concluded distributions in 8 actions.

Settlements

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

The Continental and Magna settlements are subject to court approval in Ontario.  The Ontario Court will decide whether to approve the settlements as fair, reasonable and in the best interest of the settlement class.

If the Continental and Magna settlements are approved, they will resolve the class action in its entirety.

The Ontario Court will hold a hearing to decide whether to approve these settlements virtually on July 16, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. If you wish to attend, please contact our office at: [email protected].

A copy of the Notice of Hearing can be found here. [English] [French]

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

Distribution

The claims process has commenced in 28 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Commenced”). The claims process is pending in 9 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Pending”).  Settlement funds have been distributed in 8 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Concluded”).

Claims Administration Process Commenced - 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 actions.

The deadline for submitting a claim has passed.

Minor amendments to the Distribution Protocol were approved by the Ontario and Quebec Courts.  Payments to approved class members will commence shortly.  Further information can be found at www.autopartsettlement.ca.

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

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.

The Ontario and Quebec Courts have ongoing jurisdiction of the implementation of the Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol.  At the approval hearings, Class Counsel will be seeking various amendments to the Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol.  The hearings will take place virtually in Ontario on July 16, 2025 at 10:00 and Quebec on September 17, 2025 at 9:00.

For more information about the proposed amendments to the distribution, please review the Notice of Hearing. [English] [French]

A copy of the proposed 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)

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

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

 

FAQs

What is a class action?

A class action is a lawsuit that is brought by one or more persons on behalf of a larger group of people whose claims share common legal and/or factual issues. Class actions provide a cost-effective way for groups of people with common interests to pursue a legal claim.

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

Class action lawyers are usually paid on a contingency basis. This means that class 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 join the class action?

There are no steps required to “join” the 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?

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 this case by filling out the form below.

I still have a question. Who should I contact?

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 information relating to:

  • Proposed settlements and the court approval hearing date to approve the settlements;;
  • Information about the distribution of the settlement funds, including:
    • the current ongoing distribution in 28 actions. The deadline for filing a claim has passed;
    • the pending distribution in 9 actions and the court approval hearing dates to approve an amended distribution protocol; and
    • the concluded distributions in 8 actions.

Settlements

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

The Continental and Magna settlements are subject to court approval in Ontario.  The Ontario Court will decide whether to approve the settlements as fair, reasonable and in the best interest of the settlement class.

If the Continental and Magna settlements are approved, they will resolve the class action in its entirety.

The Ontario Court will hold a hearing to decide whether to approve these settlements virtually on July 16, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. If you wish to attend, please contact our office at: [email protected].

A copy of the Notice of Hearing can be found here. [English] [French]

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

Distribution

The claims process has commenced in 28 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Commenced”). The claims process is pending in 9 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Pending”).  Settlement funds have been distributed in 8 actions (see heading “Claims Administration Process Concluded”).

Claims Administration Process Commenced - 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 actions.

The deadline for submitting a claim has passed.

Minor amendments to the Distribution Protocol were approved by the Ontario and Quebec Courts.  Payments to approved class members will commence shortly.  Further information can be found at www.autopartsettlement.ca.

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

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.

The Ontario and Quebec Courts have ongoing jurisdiction of the implementation of the Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol.  At the approval hearings, Class Counsel will be seeking various amendments to the Third Omnibus Distribution Protocol.  The hearings will take place virtually in Ontario on July 16, 2025 at 10:00 and Quebec on September 17, 2025 at 9:00.

For more information about the proposed amendments to the distribution, please review the Notice of Hearing. [English] [French]

A copy of the proposed 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)

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

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

 

What is a class action?

A class action is a lawsuit that is brought by one or more persons on behalf of a larger group of people whose claims share common legal and/or factual issues. Class actions provide a cost-effective way for groups of people with common interests to pursue a legal claim.

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

Class action lawyers are usually paid on a contingency basis. This means that class 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 join the class action?

There are no steps required to “join” the 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?

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 this case by filling out the form below.

I still have a question. Who should I contact?

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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