Recall 97V-026
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA recalled the 1996 to 1997 Hyundai Accent and 3 other models: Visibility (windshield wiper/washer, motor).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-026
- Reported
- February 26, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 74,965 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The windshield wiper motor circuit breaker electrical contacts were contaminated during assembly.
The risk
This contamination interferes with the electrical circuit continuity and prevents the windshield wiper motor from operating. Inoperative windshield wipers can contribute to reduced visibility during inclement weather increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will remove the contaminants from the windshield wiper motor circuit breaker contacts.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin march 18, 1997.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 at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Hyundai Accent 1996 to 1997
- Hyundai Elantra 1996 to 1997
- Hyundai Sonata 1996 to 1997
- Hyundai Tiburon 1997