NHTSA Recall 21V619000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 348,158 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Hyundai Accent.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V619000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 208 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › TRUNK LID › LATCH |
| Report received | August 6, 2021 |
| Owner notification | December 4, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Safety risk
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V619000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Hyundai Azera | 2016, 2017 |
| Hyundai Sonata | 2017, 2018 |
| Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.