Recall 216 – Inadequate Windshield Bonding – 2020-2021 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, & Elantra

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe,

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December 28, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V00M000

Inadequate Windshield Bonding

A windshield that detaches from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V00M000

Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America

Components VISIBILITY

Potential Number of Units Affected 26,413

Summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Santa Fe, 2021 Sonata, and Elantra vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will remove and reinstall the front windshield panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 25, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 216.

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 towww.nhtsa.gov.

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