Kia & Hyundai Recall Information

Comprehensive guide to Kia recall and Hyundai recall campaigns affecting Theta II engines. Check if your vehicle is affected by the kia engine recall or hyundai engine recall.

Theta II Engine Recall Overview
Understanding the kia engine settlement and hyundai engine recall affecting millions of vehicles

The Theta II engine recall affects millions of Kia and Hyundai vehicles manufactured between 2007-2021. This comprehensive kia recall and hyundai recall program addresses engine bearing failures, connecting rod damage, and fire risks in 2.0L and 2.4L Theta II engines.

Affected Engines

  • • 2.0L Theta II MPI
  • • 2.0L Theta II Turbo GDI
  • • 2.4L Theta II MPI
  • • 2.4L Theta II GDI

Key Recall Campaigns

  • • NHTSA Campaign 20V750
  • • NHTSA Campaign 21V844
  • • KSDS Software Update
  • • Engine Replacement Program
Model-Specific Recall Information
Find detailed recall information for your specific Kia or Hyundai model

What To Do If Your Vehicle Is Affected
1

Check Your VIN

Use our free hyundai recall check or kia recall check tool to verify if your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN.

2

Contact Your Dealer

Schedule an inspection with your local Kia or Hyundai dealer to assess your engine condition and eligibility for repairs.

3

Know Your Rights

If denied coverage, use our AI tool to generate professional responses citing the kia engine settlement and federal warranty law.

Kia Engine Settlement & Warranty Extensions

The kia engine settlement and corresponding Hyundai settlement provide extended warranty coverage and reimbursement for affected owners:

Coverage Includes:

  • • Engine replacement at no cost
  • • Extended warranty to 10 years/100,000 miles
  • • Reimbursement for past repairs
  • • Rental car coverage during repairs
  • • KSDS software installation

Settlement Case:

Case No. 8:18-cv-02223-JLS-JDE
United States District Court
Central District of California

View Settlement Details
Vehicle-Specific Recall Guides
Detailed recall information, eligible years, symptoms, and warranty denial help for each affected model

Kia Optima

2011–2019 · Theta II Engine

Kia Sorento

2011–2019 · Theta II Engine

Kia Sportage

2011–2019 · Theta II Engine

Kia Stinger

2018–2021 · Theta II Engine

Hyundai Sonata

2011–2019 · Theta II Engine

Hyundai Santa Fe

2013–2019 · Theta II Engine

Hyundai Tucson

2016–2019 · Theta II Engine

Hyundai Elantra

2019 · Theta II Engine

Watch: How to Get Your Kia or Hyundai Engine Replaced

Carl Adams walks through the Kia and Hyundai engine settlement — what you're entitled to, how to fight warranty denials, and the exact steps to take right now.

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