NHTSA Recall # | 122810 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 17V063000 |
MFG Compaign # | 157 |
Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
Supplier | HYUNDAI |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | ELANTRA |
Model Year | 2017 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAU |
Date of notification | 06/02/17 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 12/09/16 |
End date of manufacturing | 18/01/17 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 26/01/17 |
Report created | 01/02/17 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 33803 |
Defect summary | Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist. |
Consequence summary | A loss of power brake assist can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will replace the brake system booster assembly, free of charge. The recall began on february 6, 2017. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 157. |
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). |