Report Date
Dec 28, 2021
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Affected Vehicles
4
Defect Description
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.
Safety Consequence
A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 216.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | HYUNDAI | SANTA FE |
| 2021 | HYUNDAI | ELANTRA |
| 2021 | HYUNDAI | SANTA FE |
| 2021 | HYUNDAI | SONATA |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.