2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID RECALL - #20V746000
RECALL FOR ENGINE
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.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID |
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| Manufacturer |
Hyundai Motor America |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
12/2/2020 |
| Influenced by |
OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION |
| Owners Notified on |
3/31/2021 |
| # Affected |
128,948 |
| Recalled for |
ENGINE |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
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. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT, ANCHORAGE
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT, ANCHORAGE
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID Recall for SEAT BELTS, PRETENSIONER
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| Technical Service Bulletins |
Nov 05, 2021 - 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MI
Nov 05, 2021 - 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator L
Nov 05, 2021 - 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain warranty coverage for certain engine repairs and/or replacement where the engine damage or malfunction is related to connecting rod bearing wear, has been extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles from the date of original reta
Oct 08, 2021 - 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Hyundai is conducting a campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MI
Oct 08, 2021 - 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Hyundai is conducting a product improvement campaign to enhance the knock sensor software to detect abnormal engine bearing noise before potentially severe engine damage occurs. If abnormal engine bearing noise is detected, the Malfunction
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