When will I receive the restitution payment if I choose the Approved Emissions Modification option?
Under the terms of the Settlements, if you choose the Approved Emissions Modification option, you will receive the restitution payment when you take your car to a dealership and the Approved Emissions Modification is installed. This creates an incentive for eligible owners to complete the Approved Emissions Modification, resulting in less pollution being emitted by eligible vehicles.
It is anticipated that the 2015 model year TDI vehicles (also known as the “Generation 3 vehicles) will require two dealer visits to complete the Approved Emissions Modification. Two-thirds of the restitution payment will be paid on the first visit to the dealer, and one-third will be paid on the second visit. A free oil change also will be provided for generation three vehicles on the second dealer visit.