2016 Hyundai Tucson | 2017 Hyundai Tucson | 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe — Trailer hitches
Published November 21, 2016 · Recall initiated: November 21, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V842000, published November 21, 2016. Recalling firm: Hyundai Motor America; 2016 Hyundai Tucson | 2017 Hyundai Tucson | 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe — Trailer hitches.
What's the hazard
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.
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Recall details
- Brand
- HYUNDAI
- Model
- TUCSON
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Lot
- 2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON | 2017 HYUNDAI TUCSON | 2017 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Hyundai Tucson | 2017 Hyundai Tucson | 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe — Trailer hitches recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V842000 on November 21, 2016. Reported hazard: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HYUNDAI. Model: TUCSON.