CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
- Risk
- Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Machining errors made during engine manufacturing can cause the engine's bearings to wear out prematurely. As the bearings wear, the engine may seize, meaning it can suddenly stop running while the vehicle is in motion, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the engine and replace the engine short block if needed. The repair is free of charge. Hyundai will also notify owners directly. If you own an affected vehicle, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151, referencing Hyundai's recall number 162, to confirm your eligibility and schedule service.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Santa FE Sport | 20132014 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata | 20132014 |