2021 Hyundai Veloster | 2019 Hyundai Elantra | 2020 Hyundai Elantra | 2020 Hyundai Veloster | 2020 Hyundai Kona | 2021 Hyundai Kona | 2019 Hyundai Kona | 2019 Hyundai Veloster — Engine
Published April 29, 2021 · Recall initiated: April 28, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V301000, published April 29, 2021 and initiated April 28, 2021. Recalling firm: Hyundai Motor America; 2021 Hyundai Veloster | 2019 Hyundai Elantra | 2020 Hyundai Elantra | 2020 Hyundai Veloster | 2020 Hyundai Kona | 2021 Hyundai Kona | 2019 Hyundai Kona | 2019 Hyundai Veloster — Engine.
What's the hazard
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
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Recall details
- Brand
- HYUNDAI
- Model
- VELOSTER
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Lot
- 2021 HYUNDAI VELOSTER | 2019 HYUNDAI ELANTRA | 2020 HYUNDAI ELANTRA | 2020 HYUNDAI VELOSTER | 2020 HYUNDAI KONA | 2021 HYUNDAI KONA | 2019 HYUNDAI KONA | 2019 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Hyundai Veloster | 2019 Hyundai Elantra | 2020 Hyundai Elantra | 2020 Hyundai Veloster | 2020 Hyundai Kona | 2021 Hyundai Kona | 2019 Hyundai Kona | 2019 Hyundai Veloster — Engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V301000 on April 29, 2021. Reported hazard: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HYUNDAI. Model: VELOSTER.