Fountain Valley, CA – January 23, 2022 – Hyundai (OTCMKTS:HYMTF) is recalling 26,413 sedans and SUVs whose windshields may separate during a collision. This increases the risk of injury for the car occupants and surrounding pedestrians. Vehicles that are part of this recall include:
- 2021 Hyundai Elantra
- 2021 Hyundai Sonata
- 2020 – 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe
Recall summary
Due to a supplier error, the recalled vehicles may have been painted with a clear coat that does not meet manufacturer’s specifications. As a result, the sealant that holds the windshield in place may not adequately bond with the metal beneath it and cause the windshield to detach during a collision.
The component in question is the front windshield panel with multiple part numbers including 86110L0130 and 86110AB045, depending on the model.
Recall risks
The detaching windshield could injure passengers inside the vehicle, other motorists and nearby pedestrians.
Warning signs
The sealant that holds the windshield in place may partially separate from the surrounding body frame. If that happens, drivers may notice “wind noise” while driving or “water leaking” into the cabin when it rains.
Other Hyundai recalls
Some of these vehicles may have been affected by a fire-related Hyundai Sonata Recall from September of last year. There was a Hyundai Elantra recall in October, caused by a seat belt issue.
The repair
To fix the issue, dealers will remove the windshield and apply a different type of sealing material, which will ensure that it will stay in place. Notifications about this replacement will be sent to vehicle owners on February 25, 2022. All repairs will be done free of charge.
Is your vehicle part of this recall?
This Hyundai windshield recall is affecting more than 20,000 vehicles. To do a Hyundai recall check and see if your car is one of them, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
