NHTSA Recall 14V245000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V245000; Date: May. 13, 2014
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Hyundai Tucson; 2012 Hyundai Tucson; 2013 Hyundai Tucson; 2014 Hyundai Tucson
Component: Air Bag
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor Company
Affected Units:: 137,500
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 9, 2014
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