Defect Description For Recall
Insufficient Clearance Could Cause The Safety Catch On The Secondary Hood Latch Striker To Bind.
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI
Model Of Vehicle
SONATA
Year
1989
Recall Campaign Number
90V038000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
Effect Of Defect
If Primary Latch Is Released Or If Hood Is Not Completely Closed, Hood Could Fly Open While Vehicle Is In Motion; This Would Block Driver’S Vision And Could Result In An Accident.
Fix Defect
Replace Hood Latch Striker Assembly.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Start Of Manufacture
19880901
End Of Manufacture
19891001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
39361
Date Owners Notified
19900226
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Date Report Received
19900221