Hyundai Elantra recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 9, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2020 Hyundai Elantra

Recall number

19V721000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 744 units

Why it was recalled

A detached ball joint can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 185.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.