Defect Description For Recall
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 Genesis Vehicles Manufactured August 1, 2011, To April 30, 2012, And 2011-2013 Equus Vehicles Manufactured July 10, 2011, To June 12, 2012. The Windshield Wiper Motor Cover Seal On The Affected Vehicles May Degrade Allowing Corrosion On The Wiper Motor’S Circuit Board. The Corrosion Can Cause Intermittent Or Total Loss Of Wiper FunCTIon.
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI
Model Of Vehicle
EQUUS
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
16V117000
Component Description
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor
Effect Of Defect
Inoperative Wipers During Inclement Weather Can Decrease Driver Visibility, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Hyundai Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Wiper Motor Cover And Seal, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On April 22, 2016. Owners May Contact Hyundai Customer Service At 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai’S Number For This Recall Is 140.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Start Of Manufacture
20110710
End Of Manufacture
20120612
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
18700
Date Owners Notified
20160422
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Date Report Received
20160229
Make Campaign Number
140