Hyundai has recalled 4,555 model-year 2026 Kona vehicles due to a defect that could cause a loss of steering.
The company tells the National Highway Traffic Administration that the front steering knuckle may have been improperly installed, potentially leading to a crack in the part. A damaged steering knuckle could eventually break, leading to a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Hyundai dealers will remedy this issue by inspecting all affected vehicles and replacing the steering knuckle as necessary.
There is no cost for this service. Dealerships always perform recall repairs at no cost.
Owners of affected vehicles will be notified by mail starting April 6, 2026.
Millions of cars are recalled, sometimes more than once. While automakers do their best to notify every vehicle owner affected by a recall, they don’t always reach everyone.
To check whether your vehicle might be subject to a recall, use the easy tool at our recall center. All you need is your vehicle identification number (VIN), license plate, or year, make, and model of your car to get started.
