Hyundai Kona OS Recall R/2022/317: Some Vehicles Might Experience The MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) Becoming Illuminated…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Nov 2022
- Launched
- 64
- vehicles in the UK
- 21D091
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Hyundai recalled Kona OS vehicles built between 29 March 2018 and 8 October 2021. The MIL (Malfunction indicator lamp) may become illuminated on the vehicle instrument cluster and a low-pressure error code stored in the vehicle,s ECU. The high-pressure fuel pump may also become damaged by glass fibre strands which have emanated from within the fuel filter assembly. The dealer will replace the fuel filter with a revised part and the high-pressure fuel pump will be replaced if required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The MIL (Malfunction indicator lamp) may become illuminated on the vehicle instrument cluster and a low-pressure error code stored in the vehicle,s ECU. The high-pressure fuel pump may also become damaged by glass fibre strands which have emanated from within the fuel filter assembly.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Some vehicles might experience the MIL (Malfunction indicator lamp) becoming illuminated on the vehicle instrument cluster and the high-pressure fuel pump may become damaged by glass fibre strands which have emanated from within the fuel filter assembly Defect: The MIL (Malfunction indicator lamp) may become illuminated on the vehicle instrument cluster and a low-pressure error code stored in the vehicle�s ECU. The high-pressure fuel pump may also become damaged by glass fibre strands which have emanated from within the fuel filter assembly. Remedy: The fuel filter will be replaced with a revised part and the high-pressure fuel pump will be replaced if required.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: some vehicles might experience the MIL (Malfunction indicator lamp) becoming illuminated on the vehicle instrument cluster and the high-pressure fuel pump may become damaged by glass fibre strands which have emanated from within the fuel filter assembly.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the fuel filter with a revised part and the high-pressure fuel pump will be replaced if required.
Are You Affected?
Kona OS built between 29 March 2018 and 8 October 2021 may be included. Hyundai estimates 64 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 21D091 or the DVSA reference R/2022/317. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I40 VF, Kona OSCertain vehicles may experience a loss of braking assistance and brake performance may be reduced | Urgent | R/2023/067 | |
| 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/2022/316 on 14 Nov 2022, for hydrogen gas leakage in the fuel line receptacle (fuel filler connection). The one launched after it was R/2023/038 on 27 Feb 2023, for vehicles may experience a transmission malfunction resulting in a loss of drive. You can also see every Hyundai recall, the Hyundai Kona recall history, all recalls launched in 2022 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/317, 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.