Recall 96V-113
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA recalled the 1995 to 1996 Hyundai Accent: Suspension (front, control arm, lower arm).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-113
- Reported
- July 1, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 23,070 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Through contact with road hazards and curbs, the lower control arm assembly can shift from its original position.
The risk
The shifted location can result in improper wheel alignment and increased steering effort increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will reinforce the lower control arm member assembly attachment to the underbody.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: suspension; control arm; lower. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles sold and operated in puerto rico. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during august 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai de puerto rico at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Accent 1995 to 1996