NHTSA recall 19V204000
Electrical system › Software
Hyundai Veloster
Reported Mar 14, 201916,487 vehicles affectedHyundai Motor AmericaMaker’s number 182Built Apr 26, 2012 – Oct 16, 2013
The defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 Veloster vehicles that are equipped with 1.6 liter turbo engines. The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.
The risk
Engine damage can increase the risk of a fire or cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 182.
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