NHTSA recall 21V-619 (21V619000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported August 6, 2021 - about 348,158 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V619000
- Also written as
- 21V-619
- Manufacturer number
- 208
- Reported
- August 6, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~348,158
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera 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 is dangerous
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-619 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.