2012 Hyundai Sonata recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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All 8 2012 Hyundai Sonata recalls, newest first
Dec 28, 2018EngineHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 to 2014 Sonata and 2013 to 2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 15V568 and 17V226. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned, or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, allowing fuel to leak from the pipe.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 371 9460. Hyundai's recall number for this recall is 180.
NHTSA campaign 18V934000 · Hyundai Motor America
Feb 27, 2018Seat Belts, PretensionerHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 to 2013 Sonata and 2011 to 2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. On February 27, 2018, Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) notified NHTSA that they were recalling 154,753 model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. On April 18, 2018, Hyundai expanded the recall to include an additional 425,305 model year 2012 to 2013 Sonata and 2011 to 2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.
Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install an external wire filter kit, free of charge. The recall began October 15, 2018. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 371 9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 174.
NHTSA campaign 18V137000 · Hyundai Motor America
Oct 4, 2017Seat Belts, PretensionerHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 to 2014 Sonata and 2011 to 2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 17V152. The seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Risk: If the seat belt linkage detaches from the seat belt anchorage, it can not properly restrain the occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will again verify the connection between the seat belt linkage and the pretensioner and additionally install a warning label to prevent future seat belt linkage detachment, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 371 9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 169.
NHTSA campaign 17V617000 · Hyundai Motor America
Mar 8, 2017Seat Belts, FrontHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 to 2014 Sonata and 2011 to 2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 371 9460. Hyundai's number for the recall is 160.
NHTSA campaign 17V152000 · Hyundai Motor America
Nov 16, 2015Exterior Lighting, Brake LightsHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model 2011 to 2012 Sonata vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released.
Risk: If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to rearward following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 671 3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 136.
NHTSA campaign 15V759000 · Hyundai Motor America
Sep 10, 2015EngineHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 to 2012 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to April 12, 2012 at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama and equipped with either a 2.0 liter or 2.4 liter Gasoline Direct injection engine. In the affected vehicles, metallic debris may not have been fully removed during manufacturing of the engine crankshaft. If the debris was not completely removed, oil flow may be restricted through the connecting rod bearings, causing connecting rod damage. A worn connecting rod bearing will produce a metallic, cyclic knocking noise from the engine and possible engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure would result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the engine assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Additionally, Hyundai Motor America will increase the warranty for the engine sub assembly (short block) to 10 years/120,000 miles for both original and subsequent owners of 2011 and 2012 Sonatas manufactured at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama equipped with 2.0 liter and 2.4 liter Gasoline Direct injection engines. Interim notifications were mailed to owners starting on October 8, 2015. A second notification will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 671 3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign132. Hyundai's number for this recall is 132.
NHTSA campaign 15V568000 · Hyundai Motor America
Jul 18, 2014Power Train, Automatic TransmissionHyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 to 2014 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, through May 29, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission shift cable may detach from from the shift lever pin.
Risk: If the transmission shift cable detaches, the transmission gear selection may not match the indicated gear and the vehicle may move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver parks the vehicle, despite selecting the 'PARK' position, the transmission may not be in 'PARK.' If the vehicle is not in the 'PARK' position and the parking brake is not applied, there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the connection between the shift cable and shift lever, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 800 633 5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 123.
NHTSA campaign 14V434000 · Hyundai Motor Company
Jul 24, 2012Air Bags, Side/windowHyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 to 2013 Hyundai Sonata passenger cars, manufactured from January 24, 2012, through June 21, 2012. The curtain side airbags on these vehicles may inflate without deployment command due to an error during manufacturing.
Risk: The curtain airbag may inflate without deployment command and increase the risk of injury to occupants of the vehicle. Additionally, an unexpected deployment would be a significant driver distraction and would limit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai dealers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain side airbags free of charge. This recall began on August 31, 2012. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1 800 633 5151.
NHTSA campaign 12V352000 · Hyundai Motor Company
Other Hyundai recalls
FAQ
Does the 2012 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2012 Hyundai Sonata. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2012 Hyundai Sonata has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.