NHTSA Recall 18V137000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V137000; Date: Feb. 27, 2018
if the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Hyundai Sonata
Component: Air Bag
Manufactured by: Hyundai Motor America
Affected Units:: 154,753
Recall Summary:
hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2011 sonata vehicles. in the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (acu) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying.
How to Fix:
the remedy for this recall is still under development. the recall is expected to begin april 20, 2018. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 174.
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.
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