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NHTSARecalled Oct 9, 2019 · #19V721000

Lower Control Arm Ball Joints Can Detach

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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

Product details

Product
  • Lower Control Arm Ball Joints Can Detach
  • 2020 Elantra
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice