Is the 2020 HYUNDAI Sonata safe to drive?

The 2020 HYUNDAI Sonata has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH recall for the 2020 HYUNDAI Sonata? (Campaign #22V196000)

The trunk latch on your Sonata or Genesis G70 is the mechanism that lets you open the trunk from inside the car. Unfortunately, in some 2019-2020 models, this latch can get damaged, making it hard to open the trunk from the inside. If the trunk gets stuck, someone inside the trunk could become trapped, which could lead to serious injury. Your Hyundai dealer will check the trunk latch and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.

NHTSA Campaign 22V196000 Recall Details

Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

What Happened

The trunk latch on your Sonata or Genesis G70 is the mechanism that lets you open the trunk from inside the car. Unfortunately, in some 2019-2020 models, this latch can get damaged, making it hard to open the trunk from the inside.

Risk if Unfixed

If the trunk gets stuck, someone inside the trunk could become trapped, which could lead to serious injury.

Free Fix

Your Hyundai dealer will check the trunk latch and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.

Campaign 22V196000

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Affected Vehicles