Better Health for All

LKQ's core business of providing automotive parts and recycling services has no significant direct positive or negative health impact. The company's operations generate substantial positive health externalities through extensive recycling efforts, processing 770,000 vehicles and millions of pounds of metals in 2022.

However, in 2022, LKQ did not offer equal health coverage for transgender individuals, as highlighted by a shareholder proposal in February 2023, which noted the company's score of 55 out of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index. Since 2020, LKQ has implemented mental health initiatives for employees, including collaboration with Oakwood Training to boost global mental health awareness, leadership training, and Wellbeing Champions. The LKQ Community Foundation donated almost $3 million in 2022 and over $4 million in 2023 to charitable causes including health and human services, and committed an additional $1 million to health-focused organizations in November 2023. The company does not offer health-related products or services requiring price accessibility, engage in preventative health or treatment activities, collect health-related data, or operate in industries with addiction potential or clinical trials.

Fair Money & Economic Opportunity

LKQ Corporation is a provider of automotive parts and services, not a financial institution. Consequently, most KPIs under 'Fair Money & Economic Opportunity,' which are designed for companies offering lending, insurance, or deposit services to consumers, are not applicable. The company does not offer consumer credit products, manage customer finance data, or operate financial service access points. While LKQ offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan to over 22,000 employees

, allocating $17.6 million in matching contributions in 2022 with a 48.75% discretionary match rate , the evidence does not provide the percentage of users demonstrating measurable savings growth or credit score improvement required by the rubric for wealth-building outcomes. Similarly, information on financial literacy initiatives for employees lacks details on specific programs, their reach, or outcomes. The complexity of 401(k) plan documents is not assessed against readability standards, and the employee 401(k) match is not explicitly defined as profit reinvestment for underserved communities.

Fair Pay & Worker Respect

The company had 7 substantiated workplace safety or health violations documented between 2023 and 2025.

As of December 31, 2022, the company employed approximately 45,000 individuals globally. Approximately 800 North American employees were represented by unions. , and an additional 5,000 employees in Germany are covered by a collective bargaining agreement effective from June 2024 until April 2026. This results in approximately 12.89% of the global workforce being covered by collective bargaining agreements. In fiscal year 2024, the CEO-to-median employee pay ratio was 101 times.

Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing

LKQ Corporation adopted a Global Supplier Code of Conduct in 2022, which applies to all suppliers and outlines expectations for human rights, labor practices, and environmental standards

. The company requires suppliers to adhere to ethical trading principles and asks them to sign the Code of Conduct or confirm equivalent policies . LKQ UK & Ireland conducts due diligence and audits suppliers in high-risk regions . A three-year plan is in place to complete a first-level risk analysis on 100% of the supplier base by 2025 .

Honest & Fair Business

LKQ incurred approximately $6.21 million in regulatory fines between 2021 and 2023, primarily for environmental violations.

This includes two $2.5 million penalties in 2022 for air pollution and environmental violations, a $293,425 environmental fine in 2021, a $200,000 water pollution fine in 2021, a $250,000 environmental fine in 2023, and a $465,000 EPA settlement in 2023 for stormwater breaches. The company operates a comprehensive "Speak Up Policy" for reporting suspected misconduct, which is used by all subsidiaries and covers a broad range of stakeholders including current and former employees, business partners, and their relatives. Reports can be made through multiple channels, including a secure hotline, dedicated phone numbers, and directly to the Board of Directors, with options for anonymity where legally permissible. The policy explicitly prohibits retaliation, and an Investigations Council monitors its effectiveness, reporting to the Audit Committee quarterly. LKQ maintains a comprehensive Code of Ethics, applicable to all directors, officers, and employees, covering anti-bribery and anti-corruption. This code was revised in November 2024 to strengthen its stance on anti-corruption, clarify guidelines on gifts and entertainment, and emphasize the prevention of bribery and corruption. Suppliers are also required to comply with applicable anti-corruption laws, such as the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the UK Bribery Act, and are prohibited from offering or paying bribes or facilitation payments, with LKQ reserving the right to conduct diligence and monitor supplier compliance.

Kind to Animals

LKQ Corporation, as a distributor of vehicle parts and accessories, has minimal direct interaction with animal welfare, rendering most animal-related KPIs not applicable to its operations. The company does not hold animal welfare certifications.

While the company's business model generally does not involve animal products or testing, environmental violations, such as a $250,000 fine from the EPA in 2023 for LKQ Birmingham and a $293,425 penalty for LKQ Northeast, Inc. in 2021, highlight potential indirect impacts on animal habitats and biodiversity. Conversely, sustainability efforts in 2023, including recycling 766,000 vehicles and reducing emissions by 11.8%, indirectly support biodiversity by minimizing habitat destruction. However, specific measurable biodiversity impacts from conservation initiatives, as defined by the rubric, are not provided.

No War, No Weapons

LKQ Corporation's Government Sales Department provides standard automotive components to government entities, explicitly stating it does not engage in military-specific manufacturing or distribution

, and its focus remains on civilian vehicle part sales . This indicates a clear corporate ban on military sales, resulting in 0% revenue from arms contracts. As the company deals only in standard civilian automotive components, it develops no dual-use technology, has no dual-use portfolio to screen, and has no exposure to controversial weapons. Consequently, there are no defense assets for the company to divest.

Planet-Friendly Business

LKQ Corporation reduced its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 11.8% compared to 2021, based on revenue.

The company recycled significant amounts of materials in 2023 and is aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. It is also investing in renewable energy and transitioning to low-emission vehicles.

Respect for Cultures & Communities

LKQ Corporation operates globally, acknowledging diverse cultures and traditions.

While its Canadian subsidiary observed the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2025, committing to reconciliation with Indigenous communities , a broader investigation found no direct actions or responsibilities related to indigenous rights, cultural heritage, or local traditions. The company maintains a neutral stance on cultural issues, primarily focusing on logistics and supply chain management, and has no formal partnerships with indigenous or local community groups. No cultural appropriation incidents or disruptions to cultural sites have been reported. The company does not have specific cultural impact assessment protocols or FPIC processes, as its operations are not deemed to impact cultural contexts. LKQ's general charitable giving, totaling over $4 million in both 2023 and 2024 through its Community Foundation, supports health, education, and environmental stewardship , but specific allocations for cultural heritage preservation or indigenous rights were not detailed. In 2022, $1 million was donated to 10 philanthropic organizations via a stakeholder-voted program. LKQ encourages community investment and provides internal grievance mechanisms for employees.

Safe & Smart Tech

LKQ Corporation experienced a cyber-attack in August 2026, discovered on October 3, which compromised the personal information, including Social Security numbers, of over 9,070 individuals.

Affected individuals were notified on December 15, following the finalization of data analysis on December 1. The company also faced a separate cybersecurity incident in its Canadian business unit in November 2024, which temporarily impacted operational capacity. Following the 2026 breach, LKQ deployed additional safeguards, enhanced security monitoring, and offered two years of complimentary credit monitoring. LKQ Europe supported the EU Data Act in September 2022, advocating for consumer-centric data access.

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

LKQ's North American operations and salvage vehicle operations recycle more than 90% of materials from procured and end-of-life vehicles.

The company is the largest vehicle recycler, selling salvaged parts like metal, rubber, and glass back into the circular economy. LKQ's business model is founded on circular economy principles, facilitating its growth. The company has implemented waste reduction initiatives, including remanufacturing over 1 million items in 2022, which saved approximately 28,000 tons of materials from landfills. They also developed a reusable pallet wrap, saving seven tons of waste annually, and introduced 95% recyclable packaging for Stabilus boot springs. However, LKQ has a record of multiple waste disposal violations, with six recorded in the past three years (2022-2024), including air and environmental violations.