Certain 2016-2019 Sonata Hybrid (LF HEV) may experience check engine light illumination with DTC P0456

Bulletin number

20-01-020H

Component

Engine and engine cooling

Summary

Certain 2016-2019 Sonata Hybrid (LF HEV) may experience check engine light illumination with DTC P0456 - Evaporative System (EVAP) - Very Small Leak stored. These conditions primarily occur in the California coastal areas that are subject to marine layer cloud cover. Salt particulate deposit can form inside the Natural Vacuum Leak Detection (NVLD) sensor which may cause intermittent operation prompting the DTC P0456 and check engine light. This bulletin provides the procedure to install a new Air Filter Kit with an updated filter to help prevent entry of the salt particulates. In addition, replace NVLD sensor if DTC P0456 found stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM).

Owners of these vehicles have filed 134 complaints in the engine category.