Filed by Hyundai Motor America on February 5, 2026; 1 model-year listings affected.
Steering: linkages, knuckle, spindle, arm
NHTSA campaign 26V069000 · reported February 5, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America · 4,555 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A loss of vehicle steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.