Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 Kona are official communications between Hyundai & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    STEERING

    • TSB #20-ST-003H-1

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10180985

      Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #20-ST-001H-2

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10180981

      This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Read More »

    • TSB #20-ST-001H

      Date Announced:
      JAN 03, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170896

      This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Read More »

    STEERING:COLUMN

    • TSB #20-ST-001H-1

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179244

      This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Read More »

    • TSB #20-ST-003H

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179246

      Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Read More »

    STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    • TSB #20-ST-003H

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179246

      Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Read More »

    STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING:MOTOR/ACTUATOR

    • TSB #20-ST-001H-1

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179244

      This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #20-SS-001H

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172142

      This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years. Read More »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • TSB #21-BR-002H

      Date Announced:
      MAR 23, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190038

      This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures. Read More »

    • TSB #20-BR-002H

      Date Announced:
      NOV 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183963

      This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR

    • TSB #20-AT-012H

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10173549

      If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a (Check Engine Light on) and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the input/output speed sensor and oil pressure harness. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #21-EM-004H

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190044

      This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required ... Read More »

    • TSB #21-EM-003H

      Date Announced:
      MAR 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189989

      This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below. Read More »

    • TSB #20-FL-006H

      Date Announced:
      JUN 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10177129

      This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Module (ECM) software logic update for DTC P0300-P0304 Misfire. This update addresses an incident of intermittent misfire that may only occur at cold engine warmup. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #20-AT-018H

      Date Announced:
      MAY 21, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176195

      If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with the following symptoms and DTC, follow the Service Procedure on Page 3. Read More »

    • TSB #20-AT-016H

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174807

      The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: Read More »

    • TSB #20-AT-007H

      Date Announced:
      FEB 20, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172225

      If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ⿿Check Engine⿝ light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness. Read More »

    • TSB #20-AT-001H

      Date Announced:
      JAN 02, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170899

      This TSB provides a procedure to diagnose and repair a transaxle for the following Incorrect Ratio DTC (transaxle clutch slipping more than 200 rpm in gear). Read More »

    • TSB #19-AT-021H-1

      Date Announced:
      DEC 17, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170511

      If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #21-BE-004H

      Date Announced:
      MAR 16, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189991

      When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message ⿿Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again⿝ will appear on the radio screen. Read More »

    • TSB #20-BE-014H

      Date Announced:
      DEC 21, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10185443

      When using Wireless CarPlay, the system may intermittently auto disconnect. When Wireless CarPlay is disconnected, a pop up message ⿿Phone Not Responding. Please reconnect it and try again⿝ will appear on the radio screen. Read More »

    • TSB #20-01-039H

      Date Announced:
      OCT 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10182304

      This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ⿿In Use Monitor Performance Ratio⿝ (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2021MY vehicles at California dealers. Read More »

    • TSB #20-ST-001H-1

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179244

      This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Read More »

    • TSB #20-ST-003H

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179246

      Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #20-EE-003H

      Date Announced:
      APR 23, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174808

      This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⿢ A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⿢ A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days. Read More »

    • TSB #20-EE-002H(1)

      Date Announced:
      MAR 18, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10173545

      This bulletin describes the mandatory procedure to submit battery test data electronically for battery warranty claims by running the GDS Battery Claim App. Read More »

    • TSB #20-EE-001H

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10173530

      Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Replacement Procedures. The following summarizes the procedure for EV battery replacement: Read More »

    • TSB #20-AT-007H

      Date Announced:
      FEB 20, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172225

      If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ⿿Check Engine⿝ light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness. Read More »

    • TSB #20-BE-001H

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170883

      This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #20-FL-006H

      Date Announced:
      JUN 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10177129

      This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Module (ECM) software logic update for DTC P0300-P0304 Misfire. This update addresses an incident of intermittent misfire that may only occur at cold engine warmup. Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #20-BD-014H

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10178175

      This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. Read More »

    TIRES

    • TSB #20-SS-004H

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183960

      This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. Read More »

    • TSB #20-SS-002H(1)

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176182

      This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #20-SS-004H

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183960

      This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. Read More »

    • TSB #20-SS-002H(1)

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176182

      This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #20-01-039H

      Date Announced:
      OCT 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10182304

      This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ⿿In Use Monitor Performance Ratio⿝ (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2021MY vehicles at California dealers. Read More »

    • TSB #20-ST-003H-1

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10180985

      Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #20-ST-001H-2

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10180981

      This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components. Read More »

    • TSB #20-BD-014H

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10178175

      This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. Read More »

    • TSB #20-BD-007H-1

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176178

      This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products. Read More »

    • TSB #20-EE-003H

      Date Announced:
      APR 23, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174808

      This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: ⿢ A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. ⿢ A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days. Read More »

    • TSB #20-AT-007H

      Date Announced:
      FEB 20, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172225

      If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ⿿Check Engine⿝ light on and one or more of the DTC listed below, follow the repair procedure and replace the related solenoid and oil pressure harness. Read More »

    • TSB #19-AT-021H-1

      Date Announced:
      DEC 17, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170511

      If you are servicing a vehicle with a transmission slipping concern, follow the Service Procedure shown below and perform a stall test. This TSB provides a procedure to test each clutch in the transmission. Read More »

    • TSB #19-01-042H

      Date Announced:
      DEC 17, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170512

      This bulletin provides information and procedures for collecting OBD ?In Use Monitor Performance Ratio? (IUMPR) data on certain 2019-2020MY vehicles at California dealers. This reporting is mandated by CARB (California Air Resources Board). Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #20-AT-016H

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174807

      The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #20-ST-003H-1

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10180985

      Certain vehicles may develop a bearing noise within the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) column worm shaft assembly. If bearing noise is heard, follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the worm shaft assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #20-BD-014H

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10178175

      This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. Read More »

    • TSB #20-AT-016H

      Date Announced:
      APR 17, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174807

      The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions: Read More »

    • TSB #20-BD-007H

      Date Announced:
      MAR 23, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10173546

      This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products. Read More »