Recall 22V-746: 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, 2022 Hyundai Kona N and 4 more

Hyundai Motor America recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 2022, covering about 56,148 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-746
Report date
Oct 6, 2022
Vehicles affected
56,148
Owners notified
Jan 10, 2023

The problem

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

The risk

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Notes

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

ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V746000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Elantra N2022All years
Hyundai Kona N2022All years
Hyundai Santa Cruz2022All years
Hyundai Santa Fe2021, 2022All years
Hyundai Sonata2021, 2022All years
Hyundai Veloster N2021, 2022All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 22V-746?

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Santa Fe, Sonata, Veloster N, 2022 Santa Cruz, Elantra N, and Kona N vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

How is recall 22V-746 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 236.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.