Settlement Reached in Toyota Bluetooth Echo Case

Toyota Reaches Settlement Over Bluetooth Echo Issue in Certain Models
Do you own or lease a Toyota vehicle that experiences echoing during Bluetooth phone calls? You may be eligible to participate in this settlement.
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Claim Form
Important Notice: By submitting a claim for this class action settlement, you are certifying that all information provided is true and accurate under penalty of perjury. Any claim containing false, misleading, or fraudulent information will be denied.
If you are uncertain about your eligibility, please review the settlement administrator’s website listed above before filing. Do not submit a claim if you do not qualify for this settlement.
If this settlement does not apply to you, you may explore our other active class action settlements that you could be eligible to join.
Who Is Eligible?
This settlement includes individuals who currently own, lease, or previously owned or leased one of the vehicles listed below and were located in AZ, CA, CO, GA, IL, MN, MO, NY, OH, OR, or WA as of August 18, 2025:
- 2014–2019: 4Runner, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra
- 2015–2018: Avalon, Avalon Hybrid
- 2015–2017: Sienna
- 2015–2019: Prius v
- 2016–2018: Mirai
- 2016–2019: Prius
- 2017–2019: Prius Prime
- 2015: Venza
- 2018–2019: Yaris
Proof of Purchase
No documentation is required. Eligibility will be verified using vehicle ownership and service records.
Settlement Overview
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Settlement Value Non-monetary outreach program
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Claim Submission Deadline: 01/14/2026
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Opt-Out (Exclusion) Deadline: 01/14/2026
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Final Approval Hearing: 03/02/2026
Additional Information
Toyota has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that certain vehicle models were equipped with Bluetooth hands-free calling systems that produced an echo during phone conversations. According to the complaint, this issue made it difficult for people on the other end of the call to hear clearly. The lawsuit further claimed that Toyota did not adequately disclose the problem, potentially violating consumer protection laws in several states.
Toyota has denied any liability or misconduct. However, as part of the settlement, the company has agreed to implement non-monetary remedies aimed at addressing the reported issue.
What Class Members Will Receive
Instead of providing direct cash compensation, the settlement focuses on an informational and support-based outreach program designed to help drivers reduce or eliminate the Bluetooth echo through simple setting adjustments:
- Dedicated Online Resource: Step-by-step guidance for adjusting Bluetooth and volume settings
- Owner Communications: Email and mailed notices sent to current owners and lessees
- Social Media Awareness: Informational advertisements highlighting available solutions
- Dealer Assistance: Updated technical guidance provided to Toyota service centers
- Automated Support Line: Phone-based assistance to walk consumers through the recommended adjustments
These measures are intended to help resolve the Bluetooth echo issue without requiring hardware replacements or vehicle repairs.
Wondering if you qualify? If you believe you’ve been impacted by a similar issue, explore our current class action lawsuits and open settlements you may be eligible to join.
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Class Action Settlement Website:
https://www.toyotaechosettlement.com/
Claims Administrator:
Toyota Echo Settlement Settlement Outreach Administrator c/o Epiq
P.O. Box 3607
Portland, OR 97208-3607
888-835-5756
Legal Representation
Case Name:
Kesselman v. Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc., et al., Case No. 2:21-cv-06010-TJH-JC, in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, Western Division
Class Counsel:
Mickel M. Arias
M. Anthony Jenkins
ARIAS SANGUINETTI WANG AND TEAM LLP
Kevin P. Green
Thomas P. Rosenfeld
Daniel S. Levy
GOLDENBERG HELLER & ANTOGNOLI P.C.
Defense Counsel:
John P. Hooper
KING & SPALDING LLP
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