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2007 Hyundai Elantra Limited

SAFETY FEATURES
 
  • Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
  • Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
  • Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Passenger Weight
  • Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
  • Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags Located In Roof
  • Front and Rear Automatic Locking Retractors
  • Front Active Head Restraints
  • L A T C H
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
  • Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
  • Front and Rear 3-Points Seatbelts
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners With Force Limiters
  • Side Guard Door Beams
  • Trunk Anti-Trap Device
 
Crash Test Results for the 2007 Hyundai Models:
Car Frontal Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover
Resistance
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Driver Pass. Front Seat Rear Seat
2007 Hyundai Accent Not
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2007 Hyundai Accent 55434
2007 Hyundai Azera 44544
2007 Hyundai Elantra 55444
2007 Hyundai Entourage 55554
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 55554
2007 Hyundai Sonata 55554
2007 Hyundai Tiburon 544Not
Tested
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2007 Hyundai Tucson 55554
2007 Hyundai Veracruz 55554
 
Service Bulletins for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz Limited
2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA:

Bulletin Number: 0601018
GLOVE BOX DAMPER REPLACEMENT. *KB

Bulletin Number: 06400081
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT LEVER WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0740008
TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS INCORRECT OPERATION MAY CAUSE THESE SYMPTOMS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATING, HELD IN THIRD GEAR FAIL-SAFE, AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC)'S P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, AND P0765. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0740014
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE HARSH AND/OR DELAYED UPSHIFT OR DOWNSHIFT - GDS ANALYSIS. *NJ

Bulletin Number: 0740015
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE HARSH AND/OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. *NJ

Bulletin Number: 0780002
REAR SEATS MAY NOT PROPERLY RELEASE IN ORDER TO FOLD THEM DOWN. *KB

Bulletin Number: 0790010
ECU REPROGRAMMING FOR SPEEDOMETER DISPLAY CUSTOMER SATISFACTION ACTION (CSA) *NJ UPDATED 01/10/08. *NJ

Bulletin Number: 08-SS-006
HYUNDAI: SERVICEABILITY TIP-REAR SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM FLANGE BOLT. *PE

Bulletin Number: 08-ST-002
HYUNDAI: MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING (MDPS) SYSTEM WORM SHAFT FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *PE

Bulletin Number: 08-ST-002
HYUNDAI: MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING (MDPS) SYSTEM WORM SHAFT FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *PE

Bulletin Number: 11FL-002
HYUNDAI: AFTER A VEHICLE HAS BEEN STORED FOR A WHILE AND IS STARTED THERE IS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND MISFIRE CODES. THIS IS LIKELY DUE TO AGED FUEL AND CARBON DEPOSITS ON THE SPARK PLUGS. *RM

Bulletin Number: 13-AT-005-1
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Bulletin Number: 14-01-017
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Bulletin Number: 14-01-017
FRONT AND REAR UNDERBODY CORROSION TREATMENT. *LJ

Bulletin Number: 19-FL-003H
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b

Bulletin Number: 19-FL-003H
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b

Bulletin Number: 39
WINDSHIELD GLASS WATER LEAK. *KB

Bulletin Number: 5NP-B6E2P-10
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM

Bulletin Number: 5NP-B6E2P-10
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM

Bulletin Number: 5NP-C4T4L-09
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA IS CONDUCTING A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE THERMOSTAT ON CERTAIN RETAILED 2017 MODEL YEAR ELANTRA VEHICLES. SERVICE CAMPAIGN TLL PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE ENGINE THERMOSTAT.

Bulletin Number: 5NP-F8M5G-03
Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for the motor driven power steering (MDPS) coupling on the following vehicles: ? 2011-2014 Sonata (YFa), 2011-2014 Sonata Hybrid (YF HEV) ? 2007-2015 Elantra (HD, MD/UD), 2009-2012 Elantra Tourin

Bulletin Number: 5NP-F8M5G-03
Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for the motor driven power steering (MDPS) coupling on the following vehicles: ? 2011-2014 Sonata (YFa), 2011-2014 Sonata Hybrid (YF HEV) ? 2007-2015 Elantra (HD, MD/UD), 2009-2012 Elantra Tourin

Bulletin Number: 5NP-G5Z6W-03
The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight "clicking" or "thud" type noise when turning the steering wheel. The warranty coverage for this coupling ha

Bulletin Number: 5NP-G5Z6W-03
The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight "clicking" or "thud" type noise when turning the steering wheel. The warranty coverage for this coupling ha

Bulletin Number: 5NP-G5Z6W-03
The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight "clicking" or "thud" type noise when turning the steering wheel. The warranty coverage for this coupling ha

Bulletin Number: 5NP-J8M4U-10
Hyundai Motor America is reinstating Service Campaign TT1 which provides front and rear under body corrosion prevention treatment on certain 2007-2010 Model Year Elantra vehicles in the following salt belt states: Connecticut, Delaware, Ill

Bulletin Number: 5NP-J8M4U-10
Hyundai Motor America is reinstating Service Campaign TT1 which provides front and rear under body corrosion prevention treatment on certain 2007-2010 Model Year Elantra vehicles in the following salt belt states: Connecticut, Delaware, Ill

Bulletin Number: 5NP-S9D9P-10
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS, ATTRIBUTES, AND PRECAUTIONS OF THE 7-SPEED DRY-TYPE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT).

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-018
HYUNDAI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STOP LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN 092). THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE, REPLACE, AND ADJUST THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-01-018
HYUNDAI SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STOP LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CAMPAIGN 092). THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE PROCEDURE TO REMOVE, REPLACE, AND ADJUST THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-011
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-011
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-011
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD

Bulletin Number: TSB09-AT-011-1
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD GE

Bulletin Number: TSB09-AT-011-1
HYUNDAI: ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD GE

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-013
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-AT-013
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP

Bulletin Number: TSB-09-SS-003
HYUNDAI: ABSOLUTE STEERING POSITION (ASP) CALIBRATION FOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS). *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-10-AT-010
HYUNDAI: SOLENOID DIANOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD GEAR FA

Bulletin Number: TSB-10-AT-010
HYUNDAI: SOLENOID DIANOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0741, P0742, P0743, P0748, P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765. INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE TRANSAXLE SOLENOIDS MAY RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS-CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; TRANSAXLE IN 3RD GEAR FA

Bulletin Number: TSB-11-01-010
HYUNDAI: 2007-2009 ELANTRA. AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT REPROGRAMMING AND INSTALLATION OF A PROTECTIVE COVER OVER THE WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION SENSOR. *RM UPDATED 9/21/11. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-11-01-010
HYUNDAI: 2007-2009 ELANTRA. AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT REPROGRAMMING AND INSTALLATION OF A PROTECTIVE COVER OVER THE WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION SENSOR. *RM UPDATED 9/21/11. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-11-ST-001
HYUNDAI: SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE FROM THE STEERING WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS OR TURNING LEFT. *RM

Bulletin Number: TSB-11-ST-001
HYUNDAI: SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE FROM THE STEERING WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS OR TURNING LEFT. *RM

Bulletin Number: TSB-15-01-019-1
HYUNDAI: ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS) WARNING INDICATOR LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE WHEN SENSING DISCREPANCY IN SYSTEMS CIRCUITRY AND STEERING ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE AND REVERTS BACK TO MANUAL STEERING MODE. MODEL 2007-08,2010 ELANTRA, 2010-12


2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA TOURING:

Bulletin Number: 19-FL-003H
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b

Bulletin Number: 19-FL-003H
This bulletin provides the procedure to write the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during the replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Once the VIN has been programmed to the ECM/PCM, it cannot b

Bulletin Number: 5NP-B6E2P-10
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM

Bulletin Number: 5NP-B6E2P-10
"THE PCM OR TCM CONTAINS LOGIC TO ADJUST SOLENOID DUTY AND LINE PRESSURE AS NEEDED TO COMPENSATE FOR NORMAL CLUTCH WEAR OVER THE LIFE OF THE TRANSAXLE. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURES NECESSARY TO RESET (ERASE) AND RELEARN THE PCM/TCM

Bulletin Number: TSB-11-ST-001
HYUNDAI: SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE FROM THE STEERING WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS OR TURNING LEFT. *RM

Bulletin Number: TSB-11-ST-001
HYUNDAI: SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE FROM THE STEERING WHILE AT LOW SPEEDS DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS OR TURNING LEFT. *RM

 
Recalls for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz Limited
2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 09V280000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
Manufacture Dates: 10/25/2006 - 04/30/2007
Potential Units Affected: 3011
Defect Description:
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 3,011 MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELANTRA, TUCSON, SONATA, AZERA AND ACCENT VEHICLES. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A DEFECTIVE STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE SHIFT OUT OF THE "PARK" POSITION. IT MAY ALSO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE, AND IT MAY NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
Consequence:
ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI OF PUERTO RICO CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-787-999-4310.
2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 11V143000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 07/14/2006 - 11/01/2008
Potential Units Affected: 188697
Defect Description:
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 ELANTRA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 14, 2006, THROUGH NOVEMBER 1, 2008. THE FRONT PASSENGER SEATS IN THE VEHICLES CONTAIN A WEIGHT SENSOR DESIGNED TO DEACTIVATE THE RIGHT FRONTAL AIRBAG WHEN OCCUPANTS OF CERTAIN WEIGHTS OCCUPY THE SEAT. THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR FOR THE WEIGHT SENSOR IS LOCATED UNDER THE CENTER CONSOLE, BETWEEN THE FRONT SEATS. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES THE CONNECTOR COULD BECOME CONTAMINATED AND MALFUNCTION SUCH THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG WILL DEPLOY REGARDLESS OF THE WEIGHT OF THE OCCUPANT.
Consequence:
THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG COULD DEPLOY IN CRASHES IN WHICH IT SHOULD NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT FROM THE DEPLOYED AIR BAG.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER OVER THE WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CONNECTOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTING TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI'S CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.
2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 11V179000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 07/14/2006 - 08/29/2007
Potential Units Affected: 95783
Defect Description:
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 ELANTRA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 14, 2006, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2007. THE DRIVER'S SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR DETERMINES THE SEAT'S FORE AND AFT POSITION AND ALLOWS THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIR BAG TO DEPLOY AT THE PRESSURE APPROPRIATE FOR THAT SEATING POSITION, WITH A LOWER PRESSURE DEPLOYMENT IN THE MOST FORWARD SEATING POSITIONS. THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE MAY RECEIVE AN UNSTABLE ELECTRICAL SIGNAL FROM THE SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR SUCH THAT, IN A CRASH THAT REQUIRES DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT, THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY AT THE HIGHER PRESSURE THAN INTENDED IF THE SEAT WAS POSITION IN ONE OF THE FORWARD POSITIONS IN WHICH A LOWER PRESSURE DEPLOYMENT IS INTENDED.
Consequence:
A HIGHER PRESSURE DEPLOYMENT THAN INTENDED INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY RESULTING FROM AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTING TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HYUNDAI'S CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.
2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 09V122000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT
Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 10/25/2006 - 04/30/2007
Potential Units Affected: 532633
Defect Description:
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 532,633 MY 2006-2007 ACCENT, ENTOURAGE, SONATA, MY 2007 AZERA, ELANTRA AND SANTA FE, MY 2005-2007 TUCSON AND MY 2007-2008 VERACRUZ VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A STOP LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION MAY ALSO AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE-TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK FEATURE SO THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BE SHIFTED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. IT MAY ALSO CAUSE THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE, AND IT MAY NOT DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
Consequence:
ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.
Action to take:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 29, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE HYUNDAI CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-633-5151.
2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 13V113000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 05/01/2007 - 10/31/2010
Potential Units Affected: 1712336
Defect Description:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Consequence:
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Action to take:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
2007 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 13V113000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 05/01/2007 - 10/31/2010
Potential Units Affected: 1712336
Defect Description:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Consequence:
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Action to take:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
 
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