Hyundai Recall 20V-248: Air bags – frontal

Affected: 2016 Hyundai Genesis. Filed with NHTSA on May 4, 2020, covering about 1,295 vehicles.

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2016 Genesis Coupe vehicles. The mounting bolts securing the driver-side frontal air bag may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing the air bag to detach from the steering wheel.

The risk

A detached driver's air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting bolts and retighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 192.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-248 (20V248000)
Manufacturer number192
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentAir bags › Frontal
Report dateMay 4, 2020
Owners notifiedJune 22, 2020
Vehicles affected1,295
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-248 repair free?

Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting bolts and retighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 192.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,295 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.