2021 HYUNDAI Kona
2 Recalls for 2021 HYUNDAI Kona
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 1970-01-01 | ENGINE | 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.
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. |
| 2021-04-28 | ENGINE | 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.
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 are expected to be mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2021 HYUNDAI Kona
| Date | Component |
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79 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2021 HYUNDAI Kona
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-22 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11656037 |
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| 2021-04-20 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 11413081 |
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| 2021-04-27 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11414159 |
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| 2021-06-18 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11421351 |
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| 2021-06-21 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11421651 |
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| 2021-06-22 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11421821 |
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| 2021-06-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11422677 |
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| 2021-07-09 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11424119 |
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| 2021-07-09 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11424040 |
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| 2021-07-19 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11425503 |
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| 2021-07-22 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 11425942 |
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| 2021-08-09 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11428454 |
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| 2021-08-19 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11429683 |
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| 2021-08-21 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11429959 |
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| 2021-08-29 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11430886 |
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| 2021-09-03 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11431690 |
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| 2021-09-07 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11431980 |
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| 2021-09-11 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11432560 |
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| 2021-09-26 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11434388 |
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| 2021-10-02 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
ODI Number: 11435237 |
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| 2021-12-08 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11443128 |
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| 2022-01-02 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11445833 |
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| 2022-01-03 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11445933 |
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| 2022-02-09 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11451190 |
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| 2022-02-09 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11451095 |
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| 2022-02-22 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11453449 |
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| 2022-04-25 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11462075 |
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| 2022-05-09 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE
ODI Number: 11463808 |
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| 2022-05-11 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11464208 |
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| 2022-06-16 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11469519 |
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| 2022-06-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11471364 |
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| 2022-08-16 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11479585 |
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| 2022-09-09 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11483608 |
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| 2022-10-07 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 11488340 |
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| 2022-10-10 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11488711 |
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| 2022-10-10 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11488659 |
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| 2022-12-19 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11498069 |
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| 2022-12-26 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11498864 |
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| 2022-12-31 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11499629 |
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| 2023-02-10 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11506590 |
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| 2023-02-24 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11508959 |
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| 2023-02-27 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11509241 |
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| 2023-03-15 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11512082 |
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| 2023-04-04 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11515378 |
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| 2023-05-17 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11522420 |
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| 2023-06-19 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE
ODI Number: 11527785 |
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| 2023-08-03 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11536246 |
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| 2023-08-17 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11539241 |
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| 2023-08-26 |
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11540924 |
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| 2023-09-27 |
STEERING,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11546966 |
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| 2023-12-12 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11559743 |
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| 2024-01-12 |
POWER TRAIN,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
ODI Number: 11565025 |
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| 2024-01-18 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11566268 |
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| 2024-02-06 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11570221 |
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| 2024-02-24 |
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11573735 |
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| 2024-03-19 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11578324 |
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| 2024-05-24 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11590642 |
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| 2024-07-06 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11599565 |
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| 2024-07-25 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11604466 |
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| 2024-08-02 |
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11606207 |
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| 2024-09-01 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11612002 |
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| 2024-09-16 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11614742 |
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| 2024-10-06 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11618291 |
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| 2024-10-08 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11618813 |
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| 2024-10-18 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11620582 |
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| 2024-10-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11622271 |
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| 2024-12-11 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11630183 |
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| 2024-12-11 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11630098 |
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| 2025-01-22 |
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11637541 |
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| 2025-01-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11639227 |
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| 2025-02-21 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11644183 |
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| 2025-03-02 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11645781 |
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| 2025-03-31 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11651868 |
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| 2021-05-06 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11415480 |
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| 2021-04-27 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 11414159 |
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| 2021-04-21 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11413166 |
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| 2021-04-20 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ODI Number: 11413081 |
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| 2021-04-20 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ODI Number: 11413081 |
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| 2021-04-02 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11406057 |
1 Investigations for 2021 HYUNDAI Kona
| Date Opened | Date Closed | Component | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-01-27 | 2023-08-07 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM |
40 Service Alerts for 2021 HYUNDAI Kona
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-07 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. If you are experiencing issues with remo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2025-03-18 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some vehicles may exhibit a loss of connectivity or interruptions in the middle of using Bluelink Service functions. This may be due to an irregular disconnection on Verizon’s communication network. Follow the procedure in this TSB to reest Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-07-14 | 190000 TIRES
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-07-28 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-06-03 | 010000 STEERING
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft bearing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-05 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign 974 to enhance the knock sensor logic with the Cylinder Noise Diagnostic System (CNDS) software update. CNDS is to detect abnormal cylinder wall scuffing or noise of the engine block before potential Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-05 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign 974 to enhance the knock sensor logic with the Cylinder Noise Diagnostic System (CNDS) software update. CNDS is to detect abnormal cylinder wall scuffing or noise of the engine block before potential Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-19 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
Certain vehicles (listed below) equipped with 7-speed Double Clutch Transmissions (DCT) may exhibit abnormal vibration at low speeds. This bulletin outlines the procedures for diagnosing clutch judder, updating the Transmission Control Unit Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-19 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain vehicles (listed below) equipped with 7-speed Double Clutch Transmissions (DCT) may exhibit abnormal vibration at low speeds. This bulletin outlines the procedures for diagnosing clutch judder, updating the Transmission Control Unit Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-05 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor logic with the Cylinder Noise Diagnostic System (CNDS) software update. CNDS is to detect abnormal cylinder wall scuffing or noise of the engine block before potentially s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-05 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor logic with the Cylinder Noise Diagnostic System (CNDS) software update. CNDS is to detect abnormal cylinder wall scuffing or noise of the engine block before potentially s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-05 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Hyundai is conducting a service campaign to enhance the knock sensor logic with the Cylinder Noise Diagnostic System (CNDS) software update. CNDS is to detect abnormal cylinder wall scuffing or noise of the engine block before potentially s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-04-08 | 010000 STEERING
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft bearing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-04-08 | 010000 STEERING
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft bearing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-23 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-23 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-30 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-10 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides a front brake pad backing plate grease application procedure to address squealing during braking. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-10 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-12 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
Certain vehicles equipped with 7-speed Double Clutch Transmissions (DCT) may exhibit abnormal shifting caused by an out of specification input shaft snap ring. This bulletin outlines the procedures for inspecting for 1-2 or 2-1 shift shoc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-12 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain vehicles equipped with 7-speed Double Clutch Transmissions (DCT) may exhibit abnormal shifting caused by an out of specification input shaft snap ring. This bulletin outlines the procedures for inspecting for 1-2 or 2-1 shift shoc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-10-01 | 010000 STEERING
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft bearing Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-23 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-30 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-10 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides a front brake pad backing plate grease application procedure to address squealing during braking. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-10 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-19 | 190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the ⿿Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-21 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message ⿿Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again will appear on the radio screen. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-21 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin describes the Wireless Android Auto and Wireless Apple CarPlay setup process for Display Audio Value (Non⿿Navigation) devices. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-30 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-19 | 200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the ⿿Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-17 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the calibration procedure for the engine bearing clearance tester. The bearing clearance tester is already pre-calibrated, but additional calibration may be required due to variable shop compressor air pressure when t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-09 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ⿿In Use Monitor Performance Ratio (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2021MY vehicles at California dealers. This reporting is mandated by CARB (California Air Resources Boa Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-09 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ⿿In Use Monitor Performance Ratio (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2021MY vehicles at California dealers. This reporting is mandated by CARB (California Air Resources Boa Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-12-15 | 200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides information on wheel cleaning procedure and cleaning agent recommendations. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-09 | 010000 STEERING
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-09 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-09 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-09 | 010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-09 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
2021 HYUNDAI Kona
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