Connecting rod wear may result in engine stall
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 sonata vehicles manufactured december 11, 2009, to april 12, 2012 at hyundai motor manufacturing alabama and equipped with either a 2.0 liter or 2.4 liter gasoline direct injection engine. In the affected vehicles, metallic debris may not have been fully removed during manufacturing of the engine crankshaft. If the debris was not completely removed, oil flow may be restricted through the connecting rod bearings, causing connecting rod damage. a worn connecting rod bearing will produce a metallic, cyclic knocking noise from the engine and possible engine failure.
Safety Consequence
Engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the engine assembly, as necessary, free of charge. additionally, hyundai motor america will increase the warranty for the engine sub-assembly (short block) to 10 years/120,000 miles for both original and subsequent owners of 2011 and 2012 sonatas manufactured at hyundai motor manufacturing alabama equipped with 2.0 liter and 2.4 liter gasoline direct injection engines. interim notifications were mailed to owners starting on october 8, 2015. a second notification will be mailed when parts are available. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.hyundaiusa.com/campaign132. hyundai's number for this recall is 132.
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FAQ: Recall 15V568000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V568000?
NHTSA recall 15V568000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on September 10, 2015. It addresses: Connecting rod wear may result in engine stall. The recall affects approximately 470,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V568000 or the manufacturer campaign number 132. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.