| Component | ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V301000 |
| Summary | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage. |
| Consequence | A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. |
| 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. |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V022000 |
| Summary | 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.' |
| Consequence | An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | 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. |
| 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. |
Data updated June 2024
2020 Hyundai Kona Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2020 Hyundai Kona have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2020 Hyundai Kona has atleast 2 recalls.Q: What are the 2020 Hyundai Kona recalls?
A: The 2020 Hyundai Kona recalls include: ENGINE, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS.
A: Yes, the 2020 Hyundai Kona has atleast 2 recalls.Q: What are the 2020 Hyundai Kona recalls?
A: The 2020 Hyundai Kona recalls include: ENGINE, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS.