2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 21V749000Sep 24, 2021469,377 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Software
  Covers: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2016–2017, Sonata 2015–2017, Sonata Plug-In Hybrid 2016–2017

  Reported issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sonata, 2016-2017 Sonata Hybrid, and Sonata Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.

  Possible consequence: A turn signal that activates in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 210.

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• 21V727000Sep 17, 202195,515 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine
  Covers: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2017, Tucson 2017

  Reported issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Tucson and Sonata Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage.

  Possible consequence: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine. If bearing damage is found, the engine will be replaced. Dealers will also install a software update containing a new Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS). Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on November 16, 2021. Owner notification letters…

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• 21V619000Aug 6, 2021348,158 vehicles potentially affected
  Latches/locks/linkages › Trunk lid › Latch
  Covers: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2016–2018, Accent 2018–2020, Sonata 2017–2018 +1 more

  Reported issue: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

  Possible consequence: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.

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