Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

14V245000

ManufacturerHyundai Motor CompanyReported2014-05-13Affected137,500 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.

Risk

An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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