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2019 Hyundai Elantra recalls

1 recall is on record with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra.

1 Open recalls
239 Complaints
0 Fire reports
0 Crash reports

Recall details

Recall ENGINE #21V301000 Reported 28/04/2021

Defect

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.

Risk

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.

Free fix

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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What owners complain about

Top components in 239 NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra.

ENGINE 90
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 50
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 33
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 23
POWER TRAIN 11
STEERING 9
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 4
SEAT BELTS 3

Frequently asked

How many recalls does the 2019 Hyundai Elantra have?

1 recall is on record with NHTSA for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra. Recall repairs are always free at a franchise dealer.

Do I have to pay to fix a Hyundai recall?

No. Federal law requires manufacturers to repair safety recalls for free at any authorized dealer, regardless of who owns the vehicle or its warranty status.

Is this recall list specific to my VIN?

This page lists recalls reported to NHTSA for every 2019 Hyundai Elantra. To confirm whether a recall is still open for one specific VIN, enter it in our decoder or check with Hyundai. NHTSA has no public by-VIN recall feed, so we look up the make, model, and year.

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