2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS
Posted on: 2014-05-13
Description
Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 hyundai tucson vehicles manufactured january 3, 2011, through december 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.
Consequence
An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on may 9, 2014. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Posted on: 2022-02-03
Description
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 santa fe, 2017-2018 santa fe sport, 2019 santa fe xl, and 2014-2015 tucson vehicles. The anti-lock brake system (abs) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the abs multi-fuse, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed march 28, 2022. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 218.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.