Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May
— Recall Campaign #16V628000
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 20, 2015 through May 31, 2016 and equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission. Certain driving conditions and high temperatures may cause the vehicle to not move if the accelerator pedal is pressed and released repeatedly.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 41,000 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V628000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 30, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V628000 |
| Units affected: | 41,000 |
- Description:
- Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 20, 2015 through May 31, 2016 and equipped with a 7-speed EcoShift Dual Clutch Transmission. Certain driving conditions and high temperatures may cause the vehicle to not move if the accelerator pedal is pressed and released repeatedly.
- Consequeces:
- Inability to move the vehicle while in traffic may increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 149.
- Notes:
- 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.