Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger Vehicles, The Brake Tubes For The Rear Brakes Can Contact The Steering Gearbox Mounting Brackets.
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI
Model Of Vehicle
TIBURON
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
03V496000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Contact Between The Rear Brake Tubes And The Steering Gearbox Mounting Brackets May Result In Rear Brake Tube Wear And Corrosion, Increasing The Risk Of Brake Fluid Leakage. Brake Fluid Leakage Could Result In Reduced Braking Capability, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Reposition The Rear Brake Tubes, Install Brake Tube Clips, And Apply Anti-Corrosion Material To The Rear Brake Tubes. Owner Notification Began January 22, 2004. Owners Should Contact Hyundai Of Puerto Rico At 1-800-633-5151.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Caribbean-Puerto Rico
Start Of Manufacture
20010810
End Of Manufacture
20030215
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1993
Date Owners Notified
20040122
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Date Report Received
20031203
Make Campaign Number
61