Hyundai Sonata recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 28, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2020 Hyundai Sonata

Recall number

20V122000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,044 units

Why it was recalled

The incorrect tire information may mislead the vehicle owner to install the wrong tire size, potentially affecting vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata vehicles produced between October 22, 2019 and February 13, 2020. The tire pressure label inside the driver's door and the owner's manual state an incorrect tire size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install new label stickers over the tire pressure label and in the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began April 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 190.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.