Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #20V746000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V746000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2015-2016 veloster, 2012 santa fe, 2011-2013 sonata hybrid, and 2016 sonata hybrid vehicles Includes 128,948 affected units, Engine Damage May Cause Stall or Fire, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2015-2016 veloster, 2012 santa fe, 2011-2013 sonata hybrid, and 2016 sonata hybrid vehicles

Defect Summary

Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 veloster, 2012 santa fe, 2011-2013 sonata hybrid, and 2016 sonata hybrid vehicles. the connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. if bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. dealers will also install a software update containing a new knock sensor detection system (ksds). repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began march 31, 2021. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 198.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V746000

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Report Received Date: 2020-12-01T00:00:00

Subject: Engine damage may cause stall or fire

Component: Engine

Potentially Affected Units: 128,948

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 198

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 veloster, 2012 santa fe, 2011-2013 sonata hybrid, and 2016 sonata hybrid vehicles. the connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which over time can result in engine damage.

Consequence Summary: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine. if bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. dealers will also install a software update containing a new knock sensor detection system (ksds). repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began march 31, 2021. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 198.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 78.65

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