Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #03V257000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V257000 by Hyundai Motor America. Includes 312,292 affected units, HYUNDAI/BRAKE HOSE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the rear brake tubes pass behind the front suspension crossmember. two steering gearbox mounting brackets are welded to the crossmember. on vehicles equipped with an antilock brake system (abs), the rear brake tubes could contact both steering gearbox mounting brackets. on vehicles that are not equipped with abs, the rear brake tubes may contact only the left mounting bracket. contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering brackets could cause wear and corrosion that could result in brake fluid leakage.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes so they do not contact the mounting brackets, install brake tube clips to control the location of the rear brake tubes, and apply anti-corrosion material to the tubes in the areas where contact with the mounting brackets may have occurred. owner notification began on october 13, 2003. owners should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V257000

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Report Received Date: 2003-07-22T00:00:00

Subject: Hyundai/brake hose

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 312,292

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 061

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the rear brake tubes pass behind the front suspension crossmember. two steering gearbox mounting brackets are welded to the crossmember. on vehicles equipped with an antilock brake system (abs), the rear brake tubes could contact both steering gearbox mounting brackets. on vehicles that are not equipped with abs, the rear brake tubes may contact only the left mounting bracket. contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering brackets could cause wear and corrosion that could result in brake fluid leakage.

Consequence Summary: Fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes so they do not contact the mounting brackets, install brake tube clips to control the location of the rear brake tubes, and apply anti-corrosion material to the tubes in the areas where contact with the mounting brackets may have occurred. owner notification began on october 13, 2003. owners should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-pena.kf54_9yb8

NHTSA ID: 03V257000

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Created At: 1742808662

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