Mechanic Notes

2011 Hyundai Tucson Air Bags recall 14V245000

Safety recall

Component: Air Bags · Campaign 14V245000 · Reported 13/05/2014

Symptoms / what can happen

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.

Cause

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.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official 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.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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