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2026 Kona recall: Loss of steering control from cracked steering knuckle assembly

Certain 2026 Hyundai Kona vehicles (4,555 potentially affected; VINs searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 7, 2026) are included in the recall. A manufacturing error can cause the front steering knuckles to crack and break, which can result in loss of vehicle steering control. Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckles free of charge; owner notification letters were mailed March 5, 2026, and owners may contact Hyundai at 1-855-371-9460 (Hyundai recall 295, NHTSA 26V069000).

What's being recalled

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.

How to identify it

NHTSA campaign 26V069000; Manufacturer campaign 295

The hazard

A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

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.

The official notice

This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.

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