NHTSA Campaign Id 20V746000; Date: Dec. 1, 2020
a damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2012 Hyundai Santa Fe; 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid; 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid; 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid; 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid; 2015 Hyundai Veloster; 2016 Hyundai Veloster
Component: Engine
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor America
Affected Units:: 128,948
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.
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 is expected to begin january 22, 2021. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 198.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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