KYB Americas Data Breach Class Action Settlement

Individuals whose personal information the February 2025 KYB Americas Corp. data security incident compromised may be eligible to claim up to $5,400 plus credit monitoring from a class action settlement.

KYB Americas Corp. agreed to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to adequately protect personal information during a targeted cyberattack in February 2025.

Who can file a claim?

The class includes all individuals who meet the following criteria:

• They resided in the United States at the time of the incident.
• The data security incident KYB discovered by in February 2025 compromised their personal information.
• They received notice of the breach from KYB.

How much can class members get?

Class members may claim one or more of the following cash payment options or select a flat alternative cash payment. The settlement caps all cash payments at $250,000.

• Extraordinary losses: Up to $5,000 for documented losses from identity theft or fraud directly resulting from the incident. Class members must show the breach likely caused the loss, that it is not already covered by other compensation and that they attempted to recover the loss elsewhere. Losses must have occurred between Feb. 11, 2025, and Aug. 26, 2026.
• Ordinary losses: Up to $300 for documented out-of-pocket expenses related to the data incident, such as credit monitoring fees, ID replacement costs or postage. Expenses must have occurred between Feb. 11, 2025, and Aug. 26, 2026.
• Compensation for lost time: Up to four hours at $25 per hour (maximum $100) for time spent addressing the incident, such as changing passwords or monitoring accounts. Class members must provide a brief description of their activities.
• Alternative cash payment: In lieu of the above compensation, class members can claim a one-time payment expected to be $75 (may be higher or lower depending on total claims). No documentation is required for this option.

If the total value of all cash claims exceeds $250,000, the settlement administrator will reduce payments proportionally (pro rata) so the total does not exceed the cap.

How to claim a class action settlement payment

Class members can file a claim online or download and print a PDF claim form to complete and mail or email to the settlement administrator. They may also request a paper claim form by calling the toll-free number or emailing the settlement administrator.

• Settlement administrator's mailing address: KYB Data Security Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799
• Settlement administrator's mailing address: info@KYBDataSettlement.com
• Settlement administrator's phone number: 833-285-3418

The claim deadline is Aug. 26, 2026.

Is proof or documentation required to submit a claim?

• Ordinary losses: Class members must submit receipts or other documentation showing out-of-pocket expenses. Self-prepared receipts alone are not sufficient, but class members can use them to supplement other documentation.
• Extraordinary losses: Class members must submit documentation showing the loss, that the data breach likely caused it and that you attempted to recover the loss elsewhere.
• Lost time: Class members must briefly describe the time spent.
• Credit monitoring or alternative cash payment: No documentation required. Class members must select the appropriate option on the claim form.

Payout options

• PayPal (provide email address)
• Venmo (provide mobile number)
• Zelle (provide email or mobile number)
• Virtual prepaid card (provide email address)
• Physical check (provide mailing address)

Settlement fund breakdown

The settlement fund will cover:

• Settlement administration fees: To be determined
• Attorneys' fees and costs: $127,500
• Service award to class representative: $2,500
• Credit monitoring services: Dependent on number of valid claims for this option
• Payments to eligible class members: Up to $250,000

Important dates

• Opt-out deadline: July 27, 2026
• Deadline to file a claim: Aug. 26, 2026
• Final approval hearing: Sept. 25, 2026

When is the KYB Americas Corp. settlement payout date?

The settlement administrator will distribute payments after the court resolves any appeals and grants final approval to the settlement.

Why did this class action settlement happen?

The class action lawsuit claimed a targeted data security incident occurred on KYB's computer systems in February 2025 that compromised certain files containing personal information.

KYB denies any wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement to resolve the claims and provide benefits to affected individuals.

Sources

1. Class notice
2. Claim form
3. Settlement agreement
4. Settlement FAQ
5. Important dates