Transport CanadaMedium Risk
2018 HYUNDAI ACCENTTransport Canada Recall #2019142
The official notice
Defect
On certain 5-door cars, when the rear defroster is switched on, the rear glass may develop hot spots.
Safety Risk
A person that comes in contact with hot spots on the rear glass could have an increased risk of a burn injury.
Remedy
The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their car to a dealer to have the rear glass replaced.
3,398 vehicles affectedMfr ref: R0156 (190M01)Updated June 10, 2026