Recall 20V447 affects 2 2020 Hyundai Genesis G70 vehicles for a power steering assembly defect. Repair is free at any franchised Genesis dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 2 2020 Genesis G70 sedans under recall 20V447 because a component inside the power steering assembly was manufactured incorrectly. The steering can lock or become difficult while driving, which can reduce steering control and increase crash risk, and Genesis dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The rack mounted motor driven power steering assembly on the 2020 Genesis G70 is the steering gear that turns driver input at the steering wheel into movement at the front wheels. It uses an electric assist motor and a rack and ball nut assembly to reduce the effort needed to steer, especially at low speed or during parking.
In the affected vehicles, the equipment that installed balls into the rack and ball nut assembly was out of calibration during production. That left the steering rack built incorrectly. A rack with the wrong internal ball setup can bind inside the steering gear, which can make the steering lock or require much more force while the vehicle is moving. The remedy rack uses assemblies with the correct number of balls.
Owners can hear noise when turning the steering wheel before the steering effort changes. Treat new steering noise as the warning sign for this defect.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Hyundai Genesis G70 | steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2020 Hyundai Genesis G70 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. Noise while steering is the warning sign Hyundai identifies, so treat new steering noise as a reason to stop the trip and call a Genesis dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Genesis dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Hyundai Genesis G70 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Genesis dealer to confirm the free R-MDPS assembly repair that fixes the steering-lock or hard-steering defect has been completed.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 20V447 when you call.
- Call Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with questions and reference recall number 20V447 (Hyundai recall 004G).
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Genesis technician replaces the Rack Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering assembly if the recall has not already been completed. Hyundai says dealers replaced the affected assemblies free of charge before the vehicles were sold. If your VIN still shows an open recall, parts and labor are covered. Hyundai's reimbursement plan covers owners who already paid for related steering repairs. Keep repair invoices and contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with recall 004G to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 31, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 25, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| September 25, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 25, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 25, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V447?
Recall 20V447 covers 2 2020 Hyundai Genesis G70 vehicles with a Rack Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering assembly component that was manufactured incorrectly. The defect can cause steering to lock or become difficult while driving, increasing crash risk. Hyundai dealers replaced the R-MDPS assemblies for free before sale.
What should I do if my 2020 Hyundai Genesis G70 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Genesis G70 is included in recall 20V447. If it is, contact a franchised Genesis dealer and ask the service desk to verify that the R-MDPS assembly replacement was completed. Reference recall number 20V447 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Hyundai's remedy for recall 20V447 was a free R-MDPS assembly replacement. A franchised Genesis dealer can confirm whether the repair is complete for your VIN.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk in recall 20V447 is loss of steering control. An incorrectly manufactured R-MDPS assembly component can make steering lock or become difficult while driving, which increases crash risk. The repair path is to confirm the VIN and verify the free steering assembly replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V447000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V447 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V447000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →