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A piston ring fault could cause the powertrain to seize, according to the manufacturer.
The affected vehicles were sold between 2018 and 2020 (stamped Model Years 2018-2020).
The recall notice, lodged with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), says: “The piston rings assembled in engines may be defective, which can cause damage to the piston rings and cylinder bore and impact engine performance.
“A damaged engine may result in the vehicle stalling and/or engine oil leaking. This increases the risk of an accident and/or vehicle fire causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users or damage to property.”
| Date of recall notice | 13 September 2021 |
| Make | Hyundai |
| Model | Kona, Veloster |
| Year | 2018-2020 |
| Vehicles affected | 9952 |
| VIN list | Click here to download the list of affected VIN numbers |
| Contact link | Click here to contact the manufacturer |
A Hyundai Australia spokesperson told Drive: “We have had cases in Australia of excess engine noise, and some engines have been replaced for customers. [However,] we have not had a case globally of any accidents or fires caused by this issue.”
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 9952 cars involved in the recall can be found here.
To have your vehicle checked, find your closest Hyundai dealership by clicking here.
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