NHTSA ODI #11724672

2020 Hyundai Sonata Complaint

Air Bags / Engine / Fuel/propulsion System

Filed March 16, 2026 · Incident date February 12, 2026

⚠ Fire reported

1 injury reported

Vehicle
2020 Hyundai Sonata
Component(s)
Air Bags / Engine / Fuel/propulsion System
Complaint filed
March 16, 2026
Date of incident
February 12, 2026
Reported VIN
5NPEJ4J29LH

Owner's description

It was smoking from the engine, I immediately stopped the vehicle. My safety was put at risk immediately while being in the vehicle when the air bags deployed hitting me in the face and causing my face to swell. The safety of others was put at risk due to others being right next to me and putting others at risk of engine blowing up. Yes, the vehicle has been inspected by police. There were no warning signs on the vehicle.

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