NHTSA 17V226000 United States
Hyundai Sonata recall: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Official safety recall 17V226000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign17V226000
ComponentEngine And Engine Cooling:engine
Report date2017-03-31
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Fe Sport | 2013 | United States |
| Hyundai Santa Fe Sport | 2014 | United States |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2013 | United States |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2014 | United States |
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.