HYUNDAI TUCSON 2013: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V063000

Make Model Year
HYUNDAI TUCSON 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-08-19 2019-02-05 2019-02-08

Production Dates: 2010-05-01 - 2012-12-31

Manufacturers Involved: Hyundai Motor America

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 181

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 120000

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Hyundai Motor America "Hyundai" is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.

Consequence

A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will inspect for an oil pan leak, replacing it if necessary, and install an updated oil pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 181.

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.