Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from April 19
— Recall Campaign #12V354000
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2006, through July 7, 2008. The occupant classification system (OCS) may need recalibration to accurately detect small statured adults.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 199,118 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V354000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 25, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V354000 |
| Units affected: | 199,118 |
- Description:
- Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2006, through July 7, 2008. The occupant classification system (OCS) may need recalibration to accurately detect small statured adults.
- Consequeces:
- Improper classification or detection may cause the front passenger airbag not to deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger.
- Corrective action:
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the classification software free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
- Notes:
- Hyundai's recall campaign number is 105.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.