NHTSA Campaign 20V393000

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Jul 2, 2020 · 272,126 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.

Consequence

An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI ACCENT 2012 272,126
HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2011 272,126
HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2012 272,126
HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 2011 272,126
HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID 2012 272,126
HYUNDAI VELOSTER 2012 272,126

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V393000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.