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Recall 16V-117

Hyundai Motor America recalled the 2011 to 2013 Hyundai Equus and 1 other model: Visibility (windshield wiper/washer, motor).

At a glance

Campaign number
16V-117
Reported
February 29, 2016
Vehicles affected
18,700 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.

The risk

Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-[removed]. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles