Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously
— Recall Campaign #20V705000
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously recalled under recall number 14V-415. Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket, potentially dripping onto the alternator and causing the charging system to become inoperative.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 60,097 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V705000
| Manufacturer: | Hyundai Motor America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 13, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V705000 |
| Units affected: | 60,097 |
- Description:
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles that were previously recalled under recall number 14V-415. Oil may leak from the front cylinder bank cover gasket, potentially dripping onto the alternator and causing the charging system to become inoperative.
- Consequeces:
- An inoperative charging system can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the valve cover gasket and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 197.
- 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.