NHTSA Campaign 19V311000

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Apr 17, 2019 · 12,438 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Veloster vehicles. In certain side impact crashes, the driver's door latch housing and locking cable can become damaged, allowing the driver's side door to open.

Consequence

The door opening could result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side door latch assembly and lower channel, free of charge. The recall began June 17, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 183.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI VELOSTER 2019 12,438

Source: NHTSA Campaign 19V311000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.