Lower Control Arm Ball Joints Can Detach – 2020 Hyundai Elantra

October 9, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V721000

Lower Control Arm Ball Joints Can Detach

A detached ball joint can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V721

Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America

Components SUSPENSION

Potential Number of Units Affected 744

 

Summary

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Elantra vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened allowing the ball joint to detach from the lower control arm.

 

Remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, tighten the ball joint fasteners, free of charge. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai’s number for this recall is 185.

 

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.safercar.gov.

 

Check if your Hyundai has a Recall

 

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Technical Service Bulletin	GROUP RECALL	NUMBER 19-01-032H
	DATE OCTOBER, 2019	MODEL(S) Elantra (ADa)
SUBJECT: BALL JOINT FASTENER TORQUE (RECALL CAMPAIGN 185)

 

IMPORTANT

*** Dealer Stock and Retail Vehicles ***

Dealers must perform this Recall Campaign on all affected vehicles prior to customer retail delivery and whenever an affected vehicle is in the shop for any maintenance or repair.

When a vehicle arrives at the service department, access Hyundai Motor America’s “Warranty Vehicle Information” screen via WEBDCS to identify open Campaigns.

 

Description: On certain 2020 model year Elantra (ADa) vehicles, the fasteners securing the lower control arm ball joints may not have been properly tightened during assembly. Loose ball joint fasteners may allow the ball joint to separate from the lower control arm, increasing the risk of a crash. This bulletin describes the procedure to confirm lower control arm ball joint fastener torque, and correct if needed.

 

Applicable Vehicles: Certain 2020MY Elantra (ADa) vehicles produced at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (VIN beginning with a “5”) from September 4, 2019 through September 10, 2019.

 

Warranty Information:

MODEL	OP. CODE	OPERATION	OP. TIME	CAUSAL PART #	NATURE CODE	CAUSE CODE
Elantra (ADa)	91CA14R0	Lower Control Arm  Ball Joint Torque	0.3	54500-F3000	A36	ZZ7

 

NOTE 1: Submit Claim on Campaign Claim Entry Screen

NOTE 2: If a part is found in need of replacement while performing Recall TBD and the affected part is still under warranty, submit a separate claim using the same Repair Order. If the affected part is out of warranty, submit a Prior Approval Request for goodwill consideration prior to performing the work.

 

Service Procedure:

1. Raise the vehicle and remove the front  tire/wheel assemblies.

 

NOTICE 

The front wheels must be removed to gain access to all of the ball joint fasteners.

 

2. Verify the bolt (A) and two nuts (B) that secure the ball joint to the lower control arm are tightened to specification.

 

Tightening Torque:

98.1 ~ 117.7 N.m

(10.0 ~ 12 kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.6 lb-ft)

 

Repeat the procedure for the opposite side of the vehicle.

 

3. Reinstall the front tire/wheel assemblies  onto the vehicle.

 

Tightening Torque:

107.9 ~ 127.5 N.m

(11.0 ~ 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 ~ 94.0 lb-ft)

 

TSB #: 19-01-032H

 

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL

2020 Elantra
Lower Ball Joint Fasteners

 

NHTSA Recall Number: 19V-721

Hyundai Recall Number: 185

 

This is an important Safety Recall. Please contact your nearest Hyundai dealer to schedule the repair as soon as possible. This repair will be performed at NO CHARGE to you. To locate your nearest Hyundai dealer and schedule your appointment please visit: www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign185

 

This notice applies to your Hyundai, VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Dear <FirstName LastName,>

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Hyundai has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 2020 Hyundai Elantra vehicles produced between September 4, 2019 through September 10, 2019 by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (“HMMA”) in the U.S. Our records indicate that your vehicle is affected.

 

What is the problem?

The fasteners securing the ball joints to the lower control arms in the subject vehicles may have been insufficiently tightened during assembly, increasing the risk of ball joint detachment from the lower control arm while driving. A detached lower ball joint while driving could increase the risk of a crash.

 

What will Hyundai do?

Your Hyundai dealer will inspect and tighten the ball joint fasteners, if necessary. This procedure will be performed at NO CHARGE  to you.

 

What should you do?

Please contact your nearest Hyundai dealer to schedule the recall repair as soon as possible.

The actual time required to perform the installation will take less than one hour, however your vehicle may be needed longer, therefore we recommend scheduling a service appointment to minimize inconvenience.

 

If you have other questions

If you require further assistance, you may contact the Hyundai Customer Care Center at 1-855-371-9460. If you believe that the dealer or Hyundai has failed or is unable to remedy the defect within a reasonable time, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590, or call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hot Line at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to https://www.safercar.gov.

Thank you for your attention to this important safety matter. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.

Hyundai Motor America

 

Importante Retiro del Mercado por Motivos de Seguridad — Si tiene preguntas llama 1-800-633-5151 y oprima “8”

 

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Recall 185 Dealer Best Practice

Date: October 16, 2019

 

Attn: Dealer Principal/General Manager/Service Manager/Parts Manager

Subject: Recall 185: 2020MY Elantra BALL JOINT FASTENER TORQUE TSB #19-01-032H (Remedy Available)

Updates To This Document	Date
• Initial Communications: Recall 185: 2020MY Elantra BALL JOINT FASTENER TORQUE TSB #19-01-032H (Remedy Available)	10/16/19

 

*** Dealer Stock and Retail Vehicles ***

Dealers must perform this Recall Campaign on all affected vehicles prior to customer retail delivery and whenever an affected vehicle is in the shop for any maintenance or repair.

 

Affected Vehicles

Hyundai is conducting a safety recall in the United States to inspect and, if necessary, tighten the lower ball joint attachment fasteners on certain model year 2020 Hyundai Elantra vehicles produced between September 4, 2019 through September 10, 2019 by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (“HMMA”) in the U.S.

 

The affected vehicles include:

• Certain 2020MY Elantra (ADa) vehicles produced at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (VIN beginning with a “5”) from September 4, 2019 through September 10, 2019.

 

Hyundai is initiating this action to ensure the safety and quality of its vehicles and the continued satisfaction of Hyundai customers.

 

Description

The fasteners securing the ball joints to the lower control arms in the subject vehicles may have been insufficiently tightened during assembly, increasing the risk of ball joint detachment from the lower control arm while driving.  A detached lower ball joint while driving could increase the risk of a crash.

 

Service Action

Reservation – Always check the Vehicle Information Screen in WebDCS for open campaigns and recalls, and advise the customer on time requirements.

• Provide customer with transportation options such as an SRC, alternative vehicle, shuttle or rideshare.

 

Readiness – Review this announcement and the accompanying FAQs with all Service and Parts staff including

Reservationist/BDC. Also, complete all applicable training, check your reservation capacity settings (you can set separate capacities for every recall/campaign), confirm email addresses for campaign appointments, and that you have all necessary tools, campaign parts and shop equipment as needed.

• Be prepared to put customers in an SRC or alternative transportation if needed.

 

Reception – Always check the Vehicle Information Screen in WebDCS for open campaigns and recalls, and print a copy for technicians.   Provide SRC or an alternative vehicle, as needed.  If a customer has declined the campaign, note this on the repair order and request the customer’s signature next to the statement.

 

Repair – Always plug in the GDS before starting the repair. Make sure to complete an MPI on all vehicles and Quality Control your work.

• The front wheels must be removed to gain access to all of the ball joint fasteners.
• Submit claim on Campaign Claim Entry screen
• If a part is found in need of replacement while performing Recall 185 and the affected part is still under warranty, submit a separate claim using the same Repair Order. If the affected part is out of warranty, submit a Prior Approval Request for goodwill consideration prior to performing the work.

 

Return – Review all completed campaign and repairs to answer any customer questions. Also, schedule the customer’s next service

 

Reconnect – Follow up for customer satisfaction.

 

Parts

No additional parts are required to complete this recall.

 

Customer Notification

Hyundai will begin mailing owner notifications by early December 2019.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter and continued commitment to Hyundai customers.

 

Hyundai Motor America

 

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Customer FAQ

 

Q1: What is the issue? 

A1: The fasteners securing the ball joints to the lower control arms in the subject vehicles may have been insufficiently tightened during assembly, increasing the risk of ball joint detachment from the lower control arm while driving.

 

Q2: What are the affected vehicles?

A2: Approximately (744) 2020 Hyundai Elantra vehicles produced between September 4, 2019 through September 10, 2019 by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (“HMMA”) in the U.S.

 

Q3: What is the safety concern?

A3:  Insufficiently tightened ball joint attachment fasteners could increase the risk of ball joint detachment from the lower control arm while driving.  A detached lower ball joint while driving could increase the risk of a crash.

 

Q4:  Have there been any accidents or injuries?  

A4:  Hyundai is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this condition.

 

Q5: What will be done during the recall service at the dealer?

A5: Hyundai Motor America plans to notify owners of affected vehicles to return their vehicles to Hyundai dealers to inspect and tighten the ball joint fasteners, if necessary. The procedure will be performed at no charge.  Monetary reimbursement to owners for prior related repairs will be made available in accordance with the plan submitted to the agency on May 16, 2018.

 

Q4: When will owners be notified?

A4: Hyundai will begin mailing owner notifications by early December 2019.

 

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	Key Contact Information
Dealer Support	Contact Information	Description
Parts	[email protected] 1-800-545-4515	Parts ordering hotline
Techline	1‐800‐325‐6604	Vehicle Technical Support for Hyundai Dealer Technicians
Warranty HELPREP Line	1‐877‐446‐2922	Warranty Claim questions for Hyundai Dealers
Warranty Prior Approval (PA) Center	1‐844-371-3808	Warranty Prior Approval (PA) Center for Hyundai Dealers
Xtime Technical Support	[email protected] 1‐866‐984‐6355	Assistance with Car Care Scheduling: • Appointment / Shop Capacity Management / Campaign Integration / Operation Codes
AutoLoop Technical Support	[email protected] 1-877-850-2010	Assistance with Car Care Scheduling: • Appointment / Shop Capacity Management / Campaign Integration / Operation Codes
CDK Technical Support	https://serviceconnect.support.cdk.com/	Assistance with Car Care Scheduling: • Appointment / Shop Capacity Management / Campaign Integration / Operation Codes
Customer Support	Contact Information	Description
Hyundai Customer Care Center (Recall / Campaign Questions)	1‐855‐671‐3059	Customer questions or concerns related to recall or service campaigns
Hyundai Recall / Campaign Website	www.hyundaiusa.com/recall	Updated information related to the specific recall or service campaign
Hyundai Customer Care Center (General Questions)	1‐800‐633‐5151	Customers general questions, non‐campaign related
Hyundai Roadside Assistance	1-800-243-7766	Hyundai Roadside Assistance

 

	Key Reference Information
Name	Source
Campaign Central	Consolidated repository of recall and service campaign dealer best practices.  Located on the service tab homepage in www.HyundaiDealer.com
Car Care Scheduling (Xtime) – Tutorials	www.HyundaiDealer.com > Service > Dealer Resources > Documents Library > Car Care Scheduling
Car Care Scheduling (Xtime) – Recall Appointment Notification	1. Log into Xtime 2. Under the menu at the top left, select ‘CONFIGURE’ 3. Under the dealership tab, click “EMAIL COMMUNICATION” 4. Slide the toggle to “ADVANCED” 5. Populate as many e-mails as desired in the “PARTS DESK EMAIL FIELD”
Parts – Campaign Parts Management (CPM) Procedure	As applicable; www.HyundaiDealer.com > Parts > Documents Library > Campaign Parts Management
Service Rental Car (SRC) Program	www.HyundaiDealer.com > Service tab > SRC Fleet Mgmt Software
Technical Service Bulletin (TSB)	www.HyundaiDealer.com > Service tab > Hyundai Tech Info
Uncompleted Campaign VIN Listing	A listing of vehicles is located on WEBDCS> SERVICE tab> select UNCOMPLETED CAMPAIGN VIN LISTING – Dealer Stock (New, SRC, CPO, etc.) and Retailed.
Recall Campaign Website	www.hyundaiusa.com/recall
NHTSA Website	www.safercar.gov

 

 

 

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1 Affected Product

Vehicle

MAKE	MODEL	YEAR
HYUNDAI	ELANTRA	2020

 

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8 Associated Documents

Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-4

RCLQRT-19V721-5407.PDF 211.135KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2020-1

RCLQRT-19V721-3544.PDF 211.234KB

 

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Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-19V721-6862.pdf 363.302KB

 

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Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Date: October 16, 2019 Subject: Recall 185: 2020MY Elantra BALL JOINT FASTENER TORQUE TSB #19-01-032H (Remedy Available)

RCMN-19V721-3605.pdf 181.068KB

 

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Remedy Instructions and TSB

RCRIT-19V721-4588.pdf 352.444KB

 

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Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-19V721-2465.pdf 244.149KB

 

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Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-19V721-9537.PDF 212.973KB

 

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Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2020-2

RCLQRT-19V721-6609.PDF 211.313KB

 

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Recalls Documents

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=19V721&docType=RCL

 

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