Hyundai Kona Steering Knuckle Assembly
Hyundai is recalling 2026 Kona vehicles with defective front steering knuckles that may crack, causing loss of steering control.
Stop driving the vehicle and contact Hyundai Motor America immediately to schedule an inspection and replacement of the front steering knuckle assembly. Do not operate the vehicle until the repair has been completed.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 4,555
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Owner letters mailed
- March 5, 2026
- Manufacturer's recall number
- 295
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-855-371-9460
Why it was recalled
Hyundai is recalling certain 2026 Kona vehicles due to a manufacturing defect in the front steering knuckles that may crack and break, resulting in loss of steering control and increased crash risk. Affected owners should contact Hyundai immediately to schedule inspection and replacement of the steering knuckle assembly.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
HYUNDAI KONA (2026), STEERING
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Other recent recalls from Hyundai Motor America
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-04-27 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification