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Recall Campaigns
2
Federal recall campaigns
Urgent Safety Directives
0
Zero urgent stop-drive alerts
Affected Subsystems
2
Engine & Cooling, Other / Miscellaneous
Authorized Remedy
100% Free
Mandated dealer repair by law
Federal Safety Campaign Analysis

Executive Recall Findings

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) lists 2 official safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai Kona in AutoUtility's current federal dataset. The primary affected vehicle systems include Engine & Cooling, Other / Miscellaneous.

VIN Specificity Notice: Safety recall campaigns apply to specific production date ranges and vehicle identification numbers (VINs). Check your 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov or with an authorized dealer to verify whether a safety repair is open.
Campaign Status & Legal Rights
  • • Federal Authority: Recalls administered under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301.
  • • Free Dealer Remedy: Under federal law, safety defect repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers.
  • • Latest Campaign Filing: Recorded on April 28, 2021.
Federal Directives

Official NHTSA Recall Campaigns (2)

Complete safety campaign filings including defect descriptions, safety hazards, and free dealer remedies

NHTSA Campaign #21V301000 ENGINE
Filed: April 28, 2021

What is defective?

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.

Safety Risk / Consequence

A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

Authorized Free Dealer Remedy

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.

Manufacturer Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA Campaign #20V022000 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Filed: January 17, 2020

What is defective?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Kona vehicles. The certification label may indicate incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 567, "Certification" and 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Safety Risk / Consequence

An incorrect GAWR could result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Free Dealer Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers displaying the correct GAWR over the affected areas of the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 187.

Manufacturer Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Subsystem Scope

Vehicle Systems Involved in Recalls for 2020 Hyundai Kona

Distribution of official safety recall campaigns across automotive subsystem domains

01 1 CAMPAIGN

Engine & Cooling

Safety campaign directives specifically targeting components within the Engine & Cooling subsystem.

102 Consumer Complaints →
02 1 CAMPAIGN

Other / Miscellaneous

Safety campaign directives specifically targeting components within the Other / Miscellaneous subsystem.

10 Consumer Complaints →
Fleet History

Recall History for Hyundai Kona

Official safety recall campaign volume across sibling model years (2018–2026)

Model Year NHTSA Recalls NHTSA Complaints Detailed Report
2018 Hyundai Kona 0 74 View 2018 Recalls →
2019 Hyundai Kona 1 187 View 2019 Recalls →
2020 Hyundai Kona Current Page 2 154 Current
2021 Hyundai Kona 1 141 View 2021 Recalls →
2022 Hyundai Kona 2 103 View 2022 Recalls →
2023 Hyundai Kona 2 67 View 2023 Recalls →
2024 Hyundai Kona 3 47 View 2024 Recalls →
2025 Hyundai Kona 0 28 View 2025 Recalls →
2026 Hyundai Kona 3 0 View 2026 Recalls →
Consumer Checklist

VIN-Specific Recall Verification

How to confirm whether an individual vehicle requires an authorized safety repair

Safety recall campaigns apply to specific vehicle identification numbers (VINs) and manufacturing date ranges. To verify if your individual vehicle has an uncompleted safety recall:

  • Locate your 17-character VIN on the driver's side door jamb or dashboard.
  • Enter the VIN into the official NHTSA recall lookup at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
  • Contact any franchised Hyundai dealership to schedule a free remedy appointment.
NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline: 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 711)
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Related Official Reports for 2020 Hyundai Kona

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2020 Hyundai Kona Owner Complaints (154) →

NHTSA defect complaints breakdown across all vehicle subsystems and recurring symptoms.

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Search Intelligence

Quick Answers: Safety Recalls & Federal Directives for the 2020 Hyundai Kona

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2020 Hyundai Kona

How many safety recalls are on file for the 2020 Hyundai Kona?

The 2020 Hyundai Kona is associated with 2 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns, affecting systems including Engine & Cooling, Other / Miscellaneous.

A recall campaign listing indicates that a safety defect or noncompliance standard was determined for specific production runs of this vehicle model year.

Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

Are there urgent 'Do Not Drive' or 'Park Outside' directives for the 2020 Hyundai Kona?

No official 'Do Not Drive' or 'Park Outside' safety advisories are associated with recall records for the 2020 Hyundai Kona in AutoUtility's current dataset.

Urgent directives apply to critical safety risks; standard recall campaigns require timely inspection and remedy at an authorized dealer.

Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database

Are recall repairs free for the 2020 Hyundai Kona?

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge.

Federal law (49 U.S.C. Chapter 301) requires manufacturers and franchised dealers to provide authorized safety recall repairs at no cost to the vehicle owner. Because campaigns apply to specific production runs and option packages, vehicle owners must verify their 17-character VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls or through an authorized dealership to confirm individual applicability.

Source: National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (49 U.S.C. Chapter 301)

Does a recall campaign apply to every 2020 Hyundai Kona?

Not necessarily. Model-year recall campaigns typically apply to specific vehicle production date ranges, assembly plants, or optional equipment packages.

AutoUtility's model-year records describe campaign scope; owners must check their individual 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls or through an authorized dealership to confirm if an open recall applies to their specific vehicle.

Source: NHTSA VIN Lookup Service
Official US Government Data Provenance

Recall records published on this page are retrieved directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Safety Recalls Database under 49 U.S.C. 30118.

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