Recall 17V152000: 2011–2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and 1 other model
- Report received
- Mar 8, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Potentially affected
- 977,778vehicles
- Model years
- 2011–2015
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Possible consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for the recall is 160.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2011 Hyundai Sonata3,379 complaints
- 2012 Hyundai Sonata1,558 complaints
- 2013 Hyundai Sonata1,917 complaints
- 2014 Hyundai Sonata750 complaints
- 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid96 complaints
- 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid155 complaints
- 2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid108 complaints
- 2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid28 complaints
- 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid54 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.