CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Problem
- 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 NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.
What this recall means for you
A damaged check valve can let air into the fuel tank. The tank can then expand and touch hot exhaust parts, which can melt it. A melted tank can leak fuel and increase the risk of a fire.
Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve, inspect the fuel tank for damage and replace it if needed, and inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs are free of charge. Owner notification letters began mailing March 13, 2026.
You can check whether your vehicle is included by searching your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA.gov. To ask about the repair, contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and reference recall number 286.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Sonata | 2020202120222023 |
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