HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 2016: ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V746000

Make Model Year
HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-03-31 2020-12-01 2020-12-02

Production Dates: 2015-10-15 - 2015-10-15

Manufacturers Involved: Hyundai Motor America

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 198

Component: ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 128948

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

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

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

Remedy

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.

Notes

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.