Hyundai Recall 23V-526: Power train – pump

Affected: 2023 Hyundai Elantra, 2023 Hyundai Kona, 2023–2024 Hyundai Palisade and 2 more. Filed with NHTSA on July 27, 2023, covering about 52,109 vehicles.

Park outside: the manufacturer advises owners to park outside and away from structures until repaired.

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.

The risk

An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-526 (23V526000)
Manufacturer number246
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentPower train › Automatic transmission › Fluid/lubricant › Pump
Report dateJuly 27, 2023
Owners notifiedSeptember 7, 2023
Vehicles affected52,109
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-526 repair free?

Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 52,109 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Is it safe to drive?

Owners are advised to park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of a fire risk.

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.