Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 9, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2019–2020 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, Elantra

Recall number

19V720000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 48 units

Why it was recalled

A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.