NHTSA Recall Check

2018 Hyundai Sonata Recalls

NHTSA reports 1 open safety recall for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata. All recall repairs are free at any authorized Hyundai dealer, regardless of mileage or ownership.

Open Recalls for the 2018 Hyundai Sonata

21V619000Reported 06/08/2021

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Summary

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."

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.

Source: NHTSA campaign 21V619000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

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How to Get a Recall Repaired

  1. Confirm the recall applies to your specific Hyundai Sonata by checking the VIN above.
  2. Note the NHTSA campaign number from the recall details.
  3. Call any authorized Hyundai dealer and reference the campaign number.
  4. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the dealer must perform the recall remedy at no cost regardless of vehicle age or owner.
  5. Bring the vehicle to the appointment. Most recall repairs take 1-3 hours; some require parts to be ordered first.

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