Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #08E016000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E016000 by Hyundai Motor America. Includes 3,387 affected units, AFTERMARKET TOW HITCH SYSTEM/WIRING HARNESS, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

This recall has been superceded by recall 08e-055. hyundai is recalling 3,387 trailer hitch wiring harnesses either included with a trailer hitch or sold as a service part manufactured by thule towing systems and distributed by hyundai for installation on my 2007-2008 santa fe and veracruz vehicles. the accessory trailer hitch wiring harness converter module is mounted to the top surface of the rear bumper reinforcement. high current leakage or a short circuit of capacitor c1 could cause heat related damage to the wiring harness converter module.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners and will replace the trailer hitch wiring harness free of charge. the recall began on march 31, 2008. owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E016000

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Report Received Date: 2008-02-07T00:00:00

Subject: Aftermarket tow hitch system/wiring harness

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 3,387

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 082

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: This recall has been superceded by recall 08e-055. hyundai is recalling 3,387 trailer hitch wiring harnesses either included with a trailer hitch or sold as a service part manufactured by thule towing systems and distributed by hyundai for installation on my 2007-2008 santa fe and veracruz vehicles. the accessory trailer hitch wiring harness converter module is mounted to the top surface of the rear bumper reinforcement. high current leakage or a short circuit of capacitor c1 could cause heat related damage to the wiring harness converter module.

Consequence Summary: Excessive heat may cause damage to the rear bumper area and may potentially result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners and will replace the trailer hitch wiring harness free of charge. the recall began on march 31, 2008. owners may 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-8igk-42j4~us2u

NHTSA ID: 08E016000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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