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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15V218000

2015 Hyundai Accent — Air bags: frontal

Published April 13, 2015 · Recall initiated: April 13, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15V218000, published April 13, 2015. Recalling firm: Hyundai Motor America; 2015 Hyundai Accent — Air bags: frontal.

What's the hazard

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Accent vehicles manufactured September 15, 2014, to February 10, 2015. In very cold temperatures, the occupant detection system (ODS) may not be able to determine if a child restraint seat is in the front passenger seat.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will correct ODS software, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 129.

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Recall details

Brand
HYUNDAI
Model
ACCENT
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Lot
2015 HYUNDAI ACCENT
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2015 Hyundai Accent — Air bags: frontal recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V218000 on April 13, 2015. Reported hazard: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Accent vehicles manufactured September 15, 2014, to February 10, 2015. In very cold temperatures, the occupant detection system (ODS) may not be able to determine if a child restraint seat is in the front passenger seat.

What should I do if I have this product?

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will correct ODS software, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 129.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HYUNDAI. Model: ACCENT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)