NHTSA Recall # | 133645 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V891000 |
MFG Compaign # | 179 |
Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
Supplier | HYUNDAI |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | ELANTRA GT |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Date of notification | 05/02/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 20/07/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 13/08/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 14/12/18 |
Report created | 18/12/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 86 |
Defect summary | Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 hyundai elantra gt vehicles. The panoramic sunroof motor may be incorrectly programmed, preventing the sunroof from detecting an obstacle while closing. |
Consequence summary | If the sunroof does not detect an obstacle while closing and then retract, there could be an increased risk of injury. |
Corrective action | Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began february 5, 2019. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 179. |
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). |