Hyundai Sonata recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 11, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2015–2016 Hyundai Sonata, Sonata Hybrid

Recall number

16V726000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 62,811 units

Why it was recalled

If the sunroof detaches from the vehicle it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 8, 2014, to August 18, 2015, and Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to March 18, 2016, equipped with the panoramic sunroof option. Due to a bonding issue with the sunroof wind deflector, the sunroof panel on the affected vehicles may detach while driving.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wind deflector anchor plate, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 152.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.