Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #21V301000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V301000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2019-2020 elantra, 2019-2021 kona and veloster vehicles equipped with 2 Includes 158,493 affected units, Improperly Heat-Treated Piston Oil Rings, component: ENGINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2019-2020 elantra, 2019-2021 kona and veloster vehicles equipped with 2

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V301000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2021-04-28T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly heat-treated piston oil rings
Component: Engine
Potentially Affected Units: 158,493

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 203
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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 Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.44

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NHTSA ID: 21V301000
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