2021 HYUNDAI Sonata Recalls

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Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

NHTSA 21V524000

Report Date

09/07/2021

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer

Hyundai Motor America

Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 207.

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.

NHTSA 21V00M000

Report Date

28/12/2021

Component

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Manufacturer

Hyundai Motor America

Consequence: A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

NHTSA 22V746000

Report Date

06/10/2022

Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer

Hyundai Motor America

Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Sonata vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.

NHTSA 25V796000

Report Date

18/11/2025

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Manufacturer

Hyundai Motor America

Consequence: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the check valve. The fuel tank assembly will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect and update the engine control unit software. All repairs will be performed as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 286. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 19, 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2021 HYUNDAI Sonata have?

The 2021 HYUNDAI Sonata currently has 4 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2021 HYUNDAI Sonata recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2021 HYUNDAI Sonata vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local HYUNDAI dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2021 HYUNDAI Sonata has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.