Your Accent's steering column is the part that connects the steering wheel to the front wheels. In some 2021-2022 models, a small bolt that holds this column in place might not be tightened correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt isn't secure, the steering column could break away from the steering rack while you're driving, making it hard to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will check and tighten the bolt that holds the steering column in place, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Accent vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 226.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The brake master cylinder in your 2021 Accent is a crucial part that helps your vehicle stop by controlling the brake fluid. Unfortunately, some of these units had sharp edges that can damage the inner seal, reducing your brakes' effectiveness.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seal is damaged, your brake pedal might feel spongy or take longer to press down. This could make it harder to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the faulty brake master cylinder with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Accent vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 213.
The front seat belt pretensioner in your vehicle is a safety device that tightens the seat belt during a crash. In some 2020-2022 Hyundais, this device could explode and send sharp metal pieces into the vehicle, hitting you or your passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pretensioner explodes in a crash, it could shoot metal shards at you, causing serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will cover the seat belt pretensioner with a protective cap to prevent it from exploding, and this repair is free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Accent, 2021-2022 Elantra, and 2021-2022 Elantra HEV vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioner(s) with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 229. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall numbers 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-218, and 22V-123 for Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles. All Accent, Elantra, and Elantra HEV vehicles already repaired under the previous recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
Your 2020-2021 Accent has seat belt pretensioners in the front driver-side and passenger-side seats. These are the parts that tighten the seat belts in the event of a crash to keep you safe. However, in some cases, they could shatter and send sharp metal fragments flying into the cabin, potentially hurting you or your passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat belt pretensioner explodes in a crash, it could send sharp metal fragments flying towards you and your passengers, causing injury.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the faulty seat belt pretensioners with new, safer ones – completely free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Accent vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 219. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 21V-796. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-354. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
