Recall 20V393 covers 272,126 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra, Sonata Hybrid, Accent, and Veloster vehicles for overheating accessory outlets. Free repair at a franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
Hyundai is recalling 272,126 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid, Elantra, Accent, and Veloster vehicles because an over-tightened accessory socket outlet can disable its thermal fuse and overheat during prolonged use. An overheated outlet increases the risk of fire, and the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The 12V accessory socket is the power outlet used for plug-in equipment inside the vehicle. On the 2011-2012 Hyundai vehicles in this recall, including Sonata Hybrid, Elantra, Accent, and Veloster models, that socket includes a thermal fuse. The fuse is supposed to open the circuit when the outlet gets too hot.
During installation, certain sockets were over-tightened. That excess torque can disable the thermal fuse, so the outlet keeps receiving power instead of shutting itself off as heat builds. With prolonged accessory use, including use of the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire, the outlet can overheat.
Before a fire, an owner can notice smoke or a burning smell near the outlet. Treat either sign as a warning that the socket is overheating and stop using the outlet.
Who's affected?
Covers Sonata Hybrid, Elantra, Accent, and Veloster vehicles across the 2011 and 2012 model years, all tied to the 12V accessory socket electrical component.
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | Electrical |
|---|---|
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | Electrical |
| 2011 Hyundai Elantra | Electrical |
| 2012 Hyundai Accent | Electrical |
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra | Electrical |
| 2012 Hyundai Veloster | Electrical |
| Units affected | 272,126 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire. Smoke or a burning smell is the warning sign to treat seriously. If that happens, stop using the outlet, park safely, shut the vehicle off, and call a Hyundai dealer for guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Elantra, Accent, or Veloster is included in this recall.
- Wait for Hyundai's owner notice before scheduling the free accessory-outlet wiring repair.
- Contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with questions, and reference recall number 20V393 when you call.
- Avoid prolonged use of the 12V accessory socket until the repair is complete, including Tire Mobility Kit air-compressor use.
- Bring the recall notice to a franchised Hyundai dealer once Hyundai confirms the repair path.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit. The final dealer repair will be free once Hyundai makes it available, with parts and labor covered under recall 20V393. The repair addresses the accessory socket outlet overheating risk tied to prolonged use of the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor. Hyundai's reimbursement plan covers qualifying out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. Contact Hyundai customer service or ask the service desk what documentation is needed for a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 2, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 28, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| August 28, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 28, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 28, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 28, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V393?
Recall 20V393 covers 272,126 2011-2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Elantra, Accent, and Veloster vehicles with a 12V accessory socket outlet that was over-tightened during installation. The outlet can overheat with prolonged use, increasing fire risk.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Elantra, Accent, or Veloster is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 20V393. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer and reference recall number 193 or 20V393. Hyundai dealers replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery wire harness kit for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Hyundai dealers replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an overheated accessory outlet. The issue involves the 12V accessory socket outlet and prolonged use, including use of the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire. If your VIN is included, arrange the free Hyundai dealer repair.
What if I bought this Hyundai used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received Hyundai's owner notice, check your VIN, then contact a franchised Hyundai dealer with recall number 193 or 20V393.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V393000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V393 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V393000 |
Source documents
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- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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