Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 26V069000

Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm

Hyundai Motor America filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2026-02-05.

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V069000

Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm

Component
Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Vehicles affected
4,555
Reported to NHTSA
2026-02-05
Owners notified
2026-03-05

Defect description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Kona vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front steering knuckles may crack and break, which can result in a loss of vehicle steering control.

Safety risk

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 5, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 295. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 7, 2026.

Scope of coverage

1 model year.

ModelYears on record
Hyundai Kona2026

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.