Hyundai Motor America: Safety Recalls in 2020
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 15 safety recalls made by Hyundai Motor America in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 1, 2020
(Campaign #: 198)
Engine Damage May Cause Stall or Fire
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.
NHTSA ID: 20V746000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 128,948
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.53
December 1, 2020
(Campaign #: 199)
Integrated Electronic Brake System Malfunction
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Nexo Fuel Cell and 2019-2021 Kona Electric vehicles. The Integrated Electronic Brake (IEB) system may detect an abnormal sensor signal and as a result, may significantly reduce braking performance.
NHTSA ID: 20V748000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 8,176
Consequence Summary:
Reduced braking power could lengthen the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the IEB software, free of charge. The recall began January 25, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 199.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.4
November 13, 2020
(Campaign #: 197)
Charging System Failure Caused By Oil Leak
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously recalled under recall number 14V-415. Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket, potentially dripping onto the alternator and causing the charging system to become inoperative.
NHTSA ID: 20V705000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 60,097
Consequence Summary:
An inoperative charging system can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the valve cover gasket and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 197.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 44.65
October 13, 2020
(Campaign #: 196)
Lithium-Ion Battery May Short Circuit
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Kona Electric vehicles. The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery may short-circuit.
NHTSA ID: 20V630000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 6,707
Consequence Summary:
An electrical short in the Li-ion battery increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Battery Management System (BMS) software and inspect the Li-ion battery, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. The recall began November 13, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 196.
Park Outside Advisory: Yes
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.35
September 21, 2020
(Campaign #: 005G)
Insufficient Fuel Supply
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Genesis G70 vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI engines. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
NHTSA ID: 20V569000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 319
Consequence Summary:
Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the fuel pump assembly jet nozzle, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 005G.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 4, 2020
(Campaign #: 195)
ABS Unit may cause Engine Compartment Fire
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.
NHTSA ID: 20V543000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 652,024
Consequence Summary:
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.
Park Outside Advisory: Yes
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.36
August 27, 2020
(Campaign #: 194)
Anti-lock Brake System Module May Short
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
NHTSA ID: 20V520000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 151,205
Consequence Summary:
If the ABS module short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS module and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began December 22, 2020. Note: This recall has been superseded by NHTSA Recall 21V-303 and all affected vehicles will now be repaired under 21V-303. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 194.
Park Outside Advisory: Yes
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 52.34
July 31, 2020
(Campaign #: 004G)
Potential Loss of Steering Control
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Genesis G70 vehicles. A component within the Rack Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) Assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, possibly resulting in the steering locking or becoming difficult while driving.
NHTSA ID: 20V447000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai dealers have replaced the R-MDPS Assemblies, free of charge, prior to the sale of the vehicles. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 004G.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 2, 2020
(Campaign #: 193)
Accessory Power Outlet May Overheat
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.
NHTSA ID: 20V393000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 272,126
Consequence Summary:
An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 49.72
May 4, 2020
(Campaign #: 192)
Driver's Air Bag May Be Insufficiently Tightened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles. The mounting bolts securing the driver-side frontal air bag may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing the air bag to detach from the steering wheel.
NHTSA ID: 20V248000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 1,295
Consequence Summary:
A detached driver's air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting bolts and retighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 192.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.59
April 9, 2020
(Campaign #: 191)
Possible Unintended Vehicle Movement
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Nexo and Sonata vehicles. The Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA) software may fail to prevent vehicle movement upon detection of an RSPA system malfunction.
NHTSA ID: 20V213000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 11,870
Consequence Summary:
Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the RSPA software, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 191.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.41
February 28, 2020
(Campaign #: 190)
Incorrect Tire Size Information/FMVSS 110
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata vehicles produced between October 22, 2019 and February 13, 2020. The tire pressure label inside the driver's door and the owner's manual state an incorrect tire size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 20V122000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 5,044
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect tire information may mislead the vehicle owner to install the wrong tire size, potentially affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers over the tire pressure label and in the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 190.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.71
February 28, 2020
(Campaign #: 189)
Low Pressure Fuel Hose May Crack and Leak
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
NHTSA ID: 20V121000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 216,799
Consequence Summary:
If the fuel line cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low-pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 189. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-314.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
February 4, 2020
(Campaign #: 188)
ABS Module May Short Circuit
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Elantra and 2009-2011 Elantra Touring vehicles. On February 21, 2020 Hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 Entourage and 2007 Santa Fe vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.
NHTSA ID: 20V061000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 476,111
Consequence Summary:
An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an ABS short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. The recall began April 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 188.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 44.37
January 17, 2020
(Campaign #: 187)
Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles. The certification label may indicate incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 567, "Certification" and 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 20V022000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 477
Consequence Summary:
An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers displaying the correct GAWR over the affected areas of the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 187.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.7
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