2013 Hyundai Sonata recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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All 9 2013 Hyundai Sonata recalls, newest first
May 6, 2022Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 to 2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time, due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk: A cracked fuel hose may leak fuel, which can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 371 9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 227. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 20V121. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 20V121 that did not receive a replacement fuel hose will need to have this new recall remedy performed.
NHTSA campaign 22V312000 · Hyundai Motor America
Feb 28, 2020Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 to 2014 Sonata vehicles. The low pressure fuel hose that connects the low pressure fuel pump to the direct injection fuel pump may crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk: If the fuel line cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, heat protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 855 371 9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 189. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V314.
NHTSA campaign 20V121000 · Hyundai Motor America
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 31, 2017Engine And Engine Cooling, EngineHyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 to 2014 Sonata and Santa Fe Sport vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
Risk: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine, replacing the engine short block, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1 800 633 5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 162.
NHTSA campaign 17V226000 · 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
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 2013 Hyundai Sonata have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 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.