NHTSA Campaign 21V301000

ENGINE

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Apr 28, 2021 · 158,493 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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

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.

Remedy

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2019 158,493
HYUNDAI ELANTRA 2020 158,493
HYUNDAI KONA 2019 158,493
HYUNDAI KONA 2020 158,493
HYUNDAI KONA 2021 158,493
HYUNDAI VELOSTER 2019 158,493
HYUNDAI VELOSTER 2020 158,493
HYUNDAI VELOSTER 2021 158,493

Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V301000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.