NHTSA : 21V727000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: ENGINE

Defect Description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.

Consequence / Hazard

A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Proposed Solution

Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on November 16, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 209.

🚗 Affected Vehicles2

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.