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2020-2023 Hyundai Sonata recall: fuel system, gasoline

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on November 17, 2025. It covers about 85,043 vehicles.

vehicles affected
85,043
reported
Nov 17, 2025
owners notified
Mar 9, 2026
related complaints
166

Fuel system, gasoline

What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
Risk
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on November 19, 2025.

Recall number 25V796000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 166 complaints about fuel system problems.

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Questions about recall 25V796000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2023 Hyundai Sonata fuel system, gasoline?

Yes. Recall 25V796000, reported on November 17, 2025, covers about 85,043 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 25V796000?

Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑371‑9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on November 19, 2025.

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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