NHTSA Recall 03V257000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V257000; Date: Jul. 22, 2003
Fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Hyundai Elantra; 2002 Hyundai Elantra; 2003 Hyundai Elantra; 2002 Hyundai Tiburon; 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor Company
Affected Units:: 312,292
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the rear brake tubes pass behind the front suspension crossmember. Two steering gearbox mounting brackets are welded to the crossmember. On vehicles equipped with an antilock brake system (abs), the rear brake tubes could contact both steering gearbox mounting brackets. On vehicles that are not equipped with abs, the rear brake tubes may contact only the left mounting bracket. Contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering brackets could cause wear and corrosion that could result in brake fluid leakage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes so they do not contact the mounting brackets, install brake tube clips to control the location of the rear brake tubes, and apply anti-corrosion material to the tubes in the areas where contact with the mounting brackets may have occurred. Owner notification began on October 13, 2003. Owners should contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall Notes:
Hyundai recall no. 061. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 13, 2003
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