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Hyundai · United States · High

Hyundai Sonata: Engine

Affects Hyundai Sonata · 2011–2012 — about 470K vehicles.

The hazard

Engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the engine assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Additionally, Hyundai Motor America will increase the warranty for the engine sub-assembly (short block) to 10 years/120,000 miles for both original and subsequent owners of 2011 and 2012 Sonatas manufactured at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama equipped with 2.0 liter and 2.4 liter Gasoline Direct injection engines. Interim notifications were mailed to owners starting on October 8, 2015. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign132. Hyundai's number for this recall is 132.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational