NHTSA Recall 05V177000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V177000; Date: Apr. 27, 2005
Brake application caused by inadvertent esp activation may result in loss of control and a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 Hyundai Tucson
Component: Electronic Stability Control:automatic (asc)
Manufactured by: Hyundai Caribbean-puerto Rico
Affected Units:: 349
Recall Summary:
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (esp), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. While driving the esp program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit. The recall is expected to begin during may 2005. Owners may contact Hyundai DE puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.
Recall Notes:
Hyundai recall no. 068. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
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