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1 open safety recall recorded with NHTSA. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer, whatever the age of the vehicle.

  1. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

    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."

    Risk
    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.

    NHTSA campaign 21V619000 · Hyundai Motor America · Reported 06/08/2021

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Source: NHTSA public recall database.

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Recall information comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, last updated 2021-08-06. DriveDocket is not affiliated with NHTSA, Hyundai, or any vehicle manufacturer. Confirm any recall with a franchised dealer before relying on it.

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