Recall 23V-526: 2023 Hyundai Elantra, 2023 Hyundai Kona and 3 more

Hyundai Motor America recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jul 27, 2023, covering about 52,109 vehicles.

Park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of fire risk.
NHTSA number
23V-526
Report date
Jul 27, 2023
Vehicles affected
52,109
Owners notified
Sep 7, 2023

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

The risk

An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

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 › Fluid/Lubricant › Pump
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V526000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Elantra2023All years
Hyundai Kona2023All years
Hyundai Palisade2023, 2024All years
Hyundai Sonata2023All years
Hyundai Tucson2023, 2024All 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 23V-526?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

How is recall 23V-526 fixed?

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

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.