2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Hyundai Tucson recall: engine

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on September 17, 2021. It covers about 95,515 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 95,515
reported: Sep 17, 2021
owners notified: Jan 15, 2022
related complaints: 669

Engine

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 21V727000

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2017 2017
Hyundai Tucson 2017 2017

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 669 complaints about engine problems.

2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2017 Hyundai Tucson

Questions about recall 21V727000

Is there a recall on the 2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and Hyundai Tucson engine?

Yes. Recall 21V727000, reported on September 17, 2021, covers about 95,515 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V727000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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