Hyundai Nexo FE Recall R/2022/316: Hydrogen Gas Leakage In The Fuel Line Receptacle (Fuel Filler Connection), Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Nov 2022
- Launched
- 5
- vehicles in the UK
- 21D051
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Hyundai recalled Nexo FE vehicles built between 18 December 2017 and 4 December 2018. It is possible hydrogen gas may leak from the fuel line receptacle (fuel filler connection). The dealer will inspect the receptacle. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
It is possible hydrogen gas may leak from the fuel line receptacle (fuel filler connection).
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HYDROGEN GAS LEAKAGE IN THE FUEL LINE RECEPTACLE (FUEL FILLER CONNECTION). Defect: It is possible hydrogen gas may leak from the fuel line receptacle (fuel filler connection) Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and inspect the receptacle. If measurement standards are not met replace the receptacle and fuel line-related parts
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: hydrogen gas leakage in the fuel line receptacle (fuel filler connection).
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the receptacle.
Are You Affected?
Nexo FE built between 18 December 2017 and 4 December 2018 may be included. Hyundai estimates 5 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Hyundai, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Hyundai.
- Book with any franchised Hyundai dealer, quoting the campaign code 21D051 or the DVSA reference R/2022/316. See how to get a Hyundai recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexo FEHydrogen gas detection sensor failure | Low | R/2022/253 | |
| I10The vehicle fuel pump may have an internal malfunction which may fail over time | Urgent | R/2026/093 | |
| I10The fuel tank may have been produced with a manufacturing defect which may result in fuel leakage in a limited number of vehicles | Urgent | R/2025/273 | |
| I20The vehicle fuel pump may have an internal malfunction which may fail over time. In case of a fuel pump malfunction the instrument cluster warning light may illuminate and if ignored the vehicle may lose motive power | Urgent | R/2025/272 | |
| Santa FE TMThe vehicle fuel tank may be manufactured incorrectly which may result in a fuel leak | Urgent | R/2023/126 |
This is one of 102 Hyundai recalls in DVSA’s data. The Hyundai recall launched before it was R/2022/253 on 12 Sep 2022, for hydrogen gas detection sensor failure. The one launched after it was R/2022/317 on 14 Nov 2022, for some vehicles might experience the MIL (Malfunction indicator lamp) becoming illuminated…. You can also see every Hyundai recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/316, launched 14 November 2022. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.