GENESIS UNSPECIFIED 2015: TIRES:SIDEWALL
| Make : GENESIS | Model : UNSPECIFIED | Year : 2015 |
| Build Dates : 2014-03-03 - 2015-02-09 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 15V864000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2016-02-19 | Date Received by ODI: 2015-12-22 | Date Added to Database: 2015-12-22 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Hyundai Motor America | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 138 | ||
| Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 11142 | ||
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Summary:
Hyundai Motor America "Hyundai" is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and equipped with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires installed as original equipment. The affected tires may develop cracks in the tire sidewall, resulting in a loss of air. |
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Consequence:
Tire sidewall cracks could cause a rupture during use, resulting in a rapid air loss and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 138. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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