Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles
— Recall Campaign #20V022000
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."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 477 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V022000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 17, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V022000 |
| Units affected: | 477 |
- Description:
- 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."
- Consequeces:
- An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.