Hyundai Sonata (2013-2014): Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 20V121000 · Feb 28, 2020 · Hyundai Motor America
216,799
vehicles affected
216,799
vehicles affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 20V121000
- Date
- Feb 28, 2020
- Maker
- Hyundai Motor America
- Units affected
- 216,799
- Kind
- Vehicles
- Component
- Fuel system, gasoline > Delivery > Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Model years
- 2013-2014
- Started by
- The safety regulator
- Hazard
- Fire
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
What can happen
If the fuel line cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Recall repairs are free of charge.
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low-pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 189.
Vehicles covered
1 model, 2 model years in all
Related pages
Questions and answers
Which vehicles are in recall 20V121000?
1 model: Hyundai Sonata (2013-2014), about 216,799 vehicles in all.
What is the fix for recall 20V121000?
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low-pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer.
What can happen?
If the fuel line cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. A dealer can tell whether a single vehicle still needs the repair.