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2020 Hyundai Elantra recall campaigns

3 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.

Methodology: recall and complaint counts are pulled from NHTSA public data by make, model, and model year during the site build. This page is not a VIN-specific open-recall status.

Data sources: NHTSA recalls retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). Complaints retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). These are automated source snapshots; confirm current VIN applicability with NHTSA and the manufacturer.

3 Recall campaigns
248 Complaints
6 Fire reports
20 Crash reports

Recall campaign 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.

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.

Recall WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS #19V720000 Reported 09/10/2019

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.

Risk

A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.

Recall SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT #19V721000 Reported 09/10/2019

Defect

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.

Risk

A detached ball joint can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 185.

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What owners complain about

Top components in 248 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra. Owner reports are not confirmed defect findings.

ENGINE 75
POWER TRAIN 47
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 21
STEERING 20
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 15
SERVICE BRAKES 10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6

Frequently asked

How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Elantra have?

3 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra.

Do I have to pay to fix a Hyundai recall?

Safety recall remedies are generally provided without charge for eligible affected vehicles. Eligibility and remedy availability depend on the campaign, including vehicle-age rules. Contact the manufacturer or an authorized dealer with your VIN to confirm coverage and next steps.

Is this recall list specific to my VIN?

This page lists campaigns for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra model year. It does not confirm whether your VIN is affected or whether a repair is still needed. Use the official NHTSA VIN lookup at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls or contact Hyundai. Recent and some older recalls may not appear in the VIN tool.

2020 Hyundai Elantra crash ratings All recalls

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