Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #21V727000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V727000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2017 tucson and sonata hybrid vehicles Includes 95,515 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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2017 tucson and sonata hybrid vehicles

Defect Summary

Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 tucson and sonata hybrid vehicles. the connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.

Corrective Action

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. owners were notified of the defect on november 16, 2021. owner notification letters were mailed january 15, 2022. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 209.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V727000

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Report Received Date: 2021-09-17T00:00:00

Subject: Engine damage may cause stall or fire

Component: Engine

Potentially Affected Units: 95,515

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 209

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 tucson and sonata hybrid vehicles. the connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which 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: 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. owners were notified of the defect on november 16, 2021. owner notification letters were mailed january 15, 2022. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 209.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 91.33

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