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Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Electrical System owner reports: 3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention electrical system.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Ask the inspector to test the named system and note any warning lights, noises, leaks, or stored codes.
Engine owner reports: 15 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention engine.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Check the VIN for this recall and ask for the repair receipt if it was completed.
Engine recall: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines.
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Ask the inspector to test the named system and record the result.
Manufacturer service campaign: Hyundai is conducting a Service Campaign to replace the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) on certain Elantra GT (PD), Elantra Sport (AD), or Kona (OS).
Passes when: No matching symptom during inspection
Owner reports are bound to model year 2019.
Warning signs: 3 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention electrical system.
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
Owner reports are bound to model year 2019.
Warning signs: 15 reviewed owner reports for this model year mention engine.
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
Official record covers model years 2019 through 2020.
Warning signs: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines.
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
Official record for model year 2019.
Warning signs: Hyundai is conducting a Service Campaign to replace the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) on certain Elantra GT (PD), Elantra Sport (AD), or Kona (OS).
Good signs: No matching symptom during inspection · Service history addresses the named condition
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“The driver and passenger headlight has been replaced and the bulbs but the headlights keep going out was told it is an electrical problem and contact manufacturer. Also emergency braking did not work in recent accident nor did forward collision warning.”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“The component that failed was the pistons in my engine on my 2019 Hyundai Elantra Se which I see is on recall. I understand that my VIN may have been missed or looked over during the recalling systems decision making. I was on my way to work when my engine just shut off in the middle of traffic! Since that happened my anxiety levels has been extremely high! I took my car to the dealership and they confirmed that it was my pistons and to keep checking the recall website because they have seen something like this before. Before the engine cut off there was abosulutly no warning! Date of incident [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”
The records describe a possible crash, fire, injury, or loss of control.
“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. 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. 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.”
The records describe a problem worth checking before purchase.
“Hyundai is conducting a Service Campaign to replace the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) on certain Elantra GT (PD), Elantra Sport (AD), or Kona (OS).”
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