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.
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Identifiers in this source record
2026 HYUNDAI KONAManufacturer campaign: 295Part: 51711-BE100Part: 51710-BE100Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.
Read the vehicles identification guideWhy this notice was issued
A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Official action
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.
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Read the full official instructionsProduct & source details
- Product
- 2026 HYUNDAI KONA
- Brand or manufacturer
- HYUNDAI
- Source
- NHTSA
- Notice type
- Recall
- Source reference
- 26V069000
- Category
- Vehicles & road safety