Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1
— Recall Campaign #12V568000
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may been weakened during installation at the factory.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 13,500 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V568000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 07, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V568000 |
| Units affected: | 13,500 |
- Description:
- Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2012 Veloster vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2011, through April 17, 2012 and equipped with panoramic sunroofs. The panoramic sunroof assembly may been weakened during installation at the factory.
- Consequeces:
- If the assembly was weakend at the factory, the panoramic glass panel may break while the vehicle is in motion leading to personal injury or a vehicle crash.
- Corrective action:
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sunroof's integrity and replace the sunroof glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began January 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
- Notes:
- Hyundai's recall campaign number is 108.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.