2019–2020 Genesis G70, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: Latches/locks/linkages recall
NHTSA campaign 22V196000 · 63K units potentially affected · filed Mar 28, 2022
What's wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Why it matters
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the trunk latch and replace the trunk latch base, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 221/010G.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V196000
- Manufacturer no.
- 221/010G
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
- Units affected
- 63,461
- Report received
- Mar 28, 2022
- Owner letters
- May 26, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Genesis G70 2019
- Hyundai Sonata 2020
- Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2020