Recall 11V-259
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2010 Hyundai Tucson: Exterior lighting.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 11V-259
- Reported
- April 26, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 7,829 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2010 tucson vehicles manufactured from february 27, 2010, through april 17, 2010 for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," for the photometry requirements of the rear reflector assemblies installed in the rear bumpers.
The risk
This could lead to reduced visibility of the rear of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear reflector assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact hyundai's customer assistance center at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Hyundai's safety recall no. 101.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Tucson 2010