Toyota Trademark Infringement Lawsuit: September 29 Schedule A Case No. 1:26-cv-11903
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Files a Federal Trademark Lawsuit on September 29, 2026, in the Northern District of Illinois – Toyota Brand Claims, Temporary Restraining Order Proceedings, Preliminary Injunction Activity, and Docket Updates
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit on September 29, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The lawsuit concerns alleged infringement of trademark rights associated with Toyota, the internationally recognized automotive brand.
The lawsuit was filed against defendants identified through Schedule A, a format commonly used in intellectual property enforcement actions involving multiple online sellers and e-commerce businesses.
Court records show that the lawsuit subsequently involved requests for temporary restraining order relief and preliminary injunction proceedings during October 2026.
The specific trademarks, accused merchandise, and alleged infringing activities involved in this action should be confirmed through the complaint and supporting exhibits.
This is a separate proceeding from other Toyota Schedule A lawsuits filed during September 2026, including Case No. 1:26-cv-11587.
Case Information
Plaintiff: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Defendants: The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A
Court: U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Case No.: 1:26-cv-11903
Date Filed: September 29, 2026
Presiding Judge: Hon. Joan H. Lefkow
Nature of Action: Trademark Infringement – 15 U.S.C. § 1125 (Lanham Act)
Reported Brand at Issue: Toyota
Plaintiff's Counsel: Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd.
Case Update: On September 29, 2026, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. filed its trademark infringement complaint with a supporting exhibit and submitted Schedule A and additional supporting materials under seal.
The plaintiff also filed a motion requesting permission to submit certain documents under seal and a Notice of Claims Involving Trademarks.
On September 30, the docket recorded a request for temporary restraining order relief. On October 1, the court entered an order concerning that request, together with an additional sealed order.
Subsequent docket activity included an extension request and an October 13 order addressing an extension of time.
On October 20 and 21, the docket recorded preliminary injunction proceedings, including an October 21 order concerning a motion for preliminary injunction.
Additional activity was recorded on October 26, 2026. The publicly available case summaries do not establish the full terms of the court's orders or whether the lawsuit has subsequently reached a final disposition.
About the Plaintiff
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. is a company associated with Toyota's automotive sales, marketing, and distribution operations in the United States.
Toyota is one of the world's largest automotive manufacturers, recognized for producing passenger vehicles, trucks, sport utility vehicles, and other transportation products.
The company's vehicle portfolio includes models such as the Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Tacoma, and Prius, among others.
Toyota's name, logos, and other brand identifiers are used across its automotive products, replacement parts, accessories, and related merchandise.
The company maintains trademark rights associated with its automotive brands and commercial products.
Through this lawsuit, Toyota asserts claims involving alleged unauthorized use of protected trademarks. The specific registrations, accused products, and alleged infringing activities should be verified through the complaint and supporting evidence.
Monitor the Case
Public case information for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. v. The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A, Case No. 1:26-cv-11903, is available through PacerMonitor.
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The case has involved temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction proceedings. Any injunctive relief entered by the court is provisional and does not, by itself, establish a final determination of trademark infringement.
The allegations are claims made by the plaintiff and do not, by themselves, establish liability.
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