NHTSA Recall 14V368000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V368000; Date: Jun. 24, 2014
If a brake caliper fractures, brake effectiveness would be reduced, lengthening to distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Hyundai Sonata
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor Company
Affected Units:: 16,900
Recall Summary:
Hyundai motor company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 sonata vehicles manufactured April 25, 2014, through June 16, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, one or both of the front brake calipers may fracture.
How to Fix:
Hyundai contacted the affected owners on June 19, 2014 and instructed them not to drive their vehicles. Hyundai dealers will replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 120.
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: Sep 12, 2014
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