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Recall 19V-204

Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2013 Hyundai Veloster: Engine; Electrical system (software).

At a glance

Campaign number
19V-204
Reported
March 14, 2019
Vehicles affected
16,487 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 Veloster vehicles that are equipped with 1.6 liter turbo engines. The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.

The risk

Engine damage can increase the risk of a fire or cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 182.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles