Hyundai Elantra Airbag Class Action Lawsuit

Class Action Lawsuit Summary:

Air Bag Defect Reported by Hyundai Elantra Owners

Owners of 2004-2006 Hyundai Elantras from across the country reported experiencing problems with their front airbags. Owners reported that the passenger airbags would sometimes fail to activate, leaving the passenger vulnerable to injury in the event of an accident.

Hyundai Class Action Lawsuit Filed in Los Angeles, California

Girard Gibbs filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of 2004-2006 Hyundai Elantra owners and lessees in federal court in Los Angeles, California. The class action lawsuit alleged that Hyundai failed to warn owners of a known safety defect with the vehicles' airbag system. The lawsuit contended that Hyundai's failure to warn or repair these vehicles violated consumer protection and warranty laws.

California Class Action Attorneys Settle Hyundai Airbag Lawsuit

Girard Gibbs successfully negotiated a settlement benefiting Hyundai Elantra owners nationwide. Under the settlement, Hyundai sent out notice to its customers informing them of the airbag problem and offering free repairs. The settlement also provided free rental cars for customers who had the repairs performed.

Why Girard Gibbs LLP?

Girard Gibbs is a national litigation firm representing consumers, investors, employees, and small businesses in cases involving consumer protection, personal injury, securities, antitrust, and employment laws. The firm’s senior partners, Daniel Girard and Eric Gibbs, have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2012 and Northern California Super Lawyers, and have earned AV-Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell, recognizing them in the highest class of attorneys for professional ethics and legal skills.