Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The transmission in your vehicle is the system that helps your car move forward and change gears. In certain 2021-2022 Hyundai models, the transmission's 'fail-safe' mode, which is designed to keep you safe if something goes wrong, might not work properly if the transmission oil pump fails.
Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission oil pump fails, your vehicle could lose power and stall, making it harder to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will check and replace the transmission if necessary, and also update the transmission's computer software, all free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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