Engine damage can increase the risk of a fire or cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Electrical System — Software
Engine

Summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2013 Veloster vehicles that are equipped with 1.6 liter turbo engines. The engine management software may cause premature ignition (pre-ignition) of the air/fuel mixture in the engine. The resulting excessive cylinder pressure may damage the engine.

Actions

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. The recall began May 14, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 182.

Documents (8)

• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-3
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers, etc.) - Update: Recall 182: FS Veloster 1.6T Engine Management Software TSB # 19-01-018H (Remedy Available)
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-4

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