NHTSA Recall 03V496000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V496000; Date: Dec. 3, 2003
Contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering gearbox mounting brackets may result in rear brake tube wear and corrosion, increasing the risk of brake fluid leakage. Brake fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability, which could result in 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 Caribbean-puerto Rico
Affected Units:: 1,993
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake tubes for the rear brakes can contact the steering gearbox mounting brackets.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes, install brake tube clips, and apply anti-corrosion material to the rear brake tubes. Owner notification began January 22, 2004. Owners should contact Hyundai of puerto rico 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: Jan 22, 2004
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