Defect Description For Recall
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2016-2017 Tucson Vehicles Manufactured May 19, 2015, To November 14, 2016, And 2017 Santa Fe Vehicles Manufactured November 28, 2015, To November 14, 2016. The Affected Vehicles May Be Equipped With An Accessory Trailer Hitch Wiring Harness That, Due To A MalfunCTIon Of The Tow Hitch Module, May Result, In The Trailer Brake Lights Being Constantly Illuminated. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 108, ” Lamps, RefleCTIve Devices, And Associated Equipment.”
Make Of Vehicle
HYUNDAI
Model Of Vehicle
TUCSON
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
16V842000
Component Description
Electrical System:Wiring
Effect Of Defect
If The Trailer Brake Lights Stay Illuminated While Being Used, Other Drivers May Be Confused, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Hyundai Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Affected Accessory Trailer Hitch Wiring Harnesses, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin January 13, 2017. Owners May Contact Hyundai Customer Service At 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai’S Number For This Recall Is 153.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Start Of Manufacture
20150519
End Of Manufacture
20160923
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6172
Date Owners Notified
20170113
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Date Report Received
20161121
Make Campaign Number
153
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
108