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2020 Hyundai Elantra Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Apr 28, 2021

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Hyundai Elantra average of 3.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Engine, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2020 Hyundai Elantra recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 21V301000

Engine

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Apr 28, 2021

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Elantra, 2019-2021 Kona and Veloster vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which could result in engine damage.

Safety consequence

A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Hyundai will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V720000

Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Oct 9, 2019

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019 Ioniq Hybrid and 2020 Elantra vehicles. The right-side rear wheel lug nuts may have been insufficiently tightened, allowing the wheel to detach from the vehicle.

Safety consequence

A wheel detaching from the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lug nuts, free of charge. The recall began November 15, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-251-0871. Hyundai's number for this recall is 184.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V721000

Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Reported Oct 9, 2019

What is recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.

Safety consequence

A detached ball joint can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 185.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2020 Hyundai Elantra recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Hyundai Elantra have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2020 Hyundai Elantra. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2020 Hyundai Elantra?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology