Toyota Camry HVAC Settlement 2026 – 2014–2015 Camry Owners May Still Claim Up to $100

What happened

Class period: Model year 2012–2015 Toyota Camry XV50 vehicles purchased or leased in California prior to May 31, 2024. Note: Only 2014–2015 model year owners with expenses incurred after May 31, 2024 have an active claim window remaining.

Plaintiffs alleged that Toyota designed and sold certain 2012–2015 Camry XV50 vehicles with a defective HVAC system that allowed moisture to build up, causing foul odors and potential mold growth inside the cabin. In other words, your car's air conditioning was apparently growing its own ecosystem — and Toyota knew about it.

Toyota denied all wrongdoing, but agreed to a settlement to resolve the case. The Court granted final approval on January 8, 2025, and claims are now being paid on a rolling basis.

Important: Most claim windows have already closed. The only remaining active deadline is for owners of 2014–2015 model year Camry XV50 vehicles who replaced a charcoal filter after May 31, 2024. If that's you, you have until May 31, 2026 to file.

What you can get

Key dates

Who may qualify

• You own, lease, or previously owned or leased a 2014 or 2015 Toyota Camry XV50 that was purchased or leased in California You incurred out-of-pocket expenses to replace and install a charcoal filter in your vehicle after May 31, 2024 You have not already been reimbursed for those expenses through another source

How to file

1. Visit the official settlement website at toyotacaliforniahvacsettlement.com Click "Start Your Claim" and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to verify eligibility Complete the online Claim Form including repair date, expense amount, and type of repair Upload your supporting documentation (receipts, repair orders, proof of payment) Submit online by May 31, 2026 — OR mail your completed paper claim form postmarked by May 31, 2026

Proof required

• Proof of vehicle ownership or lease (must include VIN, make, and model) Repair date and type of eligible repair (charcoal filter replacement) Proof of payment showing total amount paid for parts and labor Facility name, address, and phone number where the repair was performed Tip: Have everything ready before you start — the online claim form cannot be saved and resumed mid-session. Ask us how we know. (We've all been there.)

Payment timing

Proof of vehicle ownership or lease (must include VIN, make, and model) Repair date and type of eligible repair (charcoal filter replacement) Proof of payment showing total amount paid for parts and labor Facility name, address, and phone number where the repair was performed Tip: Have everything ready before you start — the online claim form cannot be saved and resumed mid-session. Ask us how we know. (We've all been there.)

Important links

• Official website
• Claim form
• Important dates
• FAQs
• Documents

Contact

Extra details

The settlement was already fully approved by the Court on January 8, 2025 — no objections were filed, which means this one sailed through. You don't need to attend any hearings or hire a lawyer. Not sure if your Camry qualifies? Use the VIN lookup tool on the official settlement website — it takes about 30 seconds and saves you the guesswork. California residents only. This settlement does not apply to Camry owners in other states. If you're filing by mail, keep copies of everything you submit. Claims may be audited and you may be asked for additional information. Watch out for scams — the only authorized settlement website is toyotacaliforniahvacsettlement.com.

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