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- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Kona vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 5, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 295. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.
What this recall means for you
Some vehicles have front steering knuckles that may have been made incorrectly and can crack or break. If a knuckle fails, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the front steering knuckles and replace them if needed, at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed March 5, 2026. To check whether your vehicle is included, look up your VIN for open recalls on NHTSA.gov, or contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 and reference recall number 295.
If your vehicle is affected, schedule a repair appointment with an authorized Hyundai dealer as soon as possible. The repair is free.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Kona | 2026 |
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