I acquired my vehicle as a used car. Although, to my knowledge my vehicle air bags have not deployed, the air bag light is illuminated on my dash panel and this issue is preventing me from obtaining an updated vehicle registration in my state of residence (Delaware). Since the year make and model are listed under the "recall" section of the federal safety agency website, specifically for an airbag issue, I am requesting information regarding what nest-steps I nay take to have this problem repaired by Hyundai without any cost to me.
2005 Hyundai Tucson airbags problems
31 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 75,880. 7 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 31
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 75,880
- crashes
- 7
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Frontal: sensor/control module4
- Side/window2
- Frontal2
- Frontal: driver side: inflator module1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Hyundai Tucson airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Hyundai Tucson airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles, static air bag deployment testing conducted by the federal safety agency using fifth percentile female dummies indicated that a small stature adult driver not wearing a seat belt and involved in a frontal or near frontal crash, the deployment of the driver air bag may not occur.
- Risk
- This can cause increased risk of injury to the driver under certain crash conditions.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver air bag module with one that is designed to provide an increased margin of compliance for low risk deployment for small stature adults who are not properly wearing the seat belts. The recall began on september 6, 2007, and will be performed in two mailings. Owners may contact hyundai de puerto rico at 1‑800‑981‑0188.
Recall number 07V197000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles, during static air bag deployment testing conducted by the federal safety agency using fifth percentile female dummies indicated if a small statured adult driver, not wearing a seat belt, is involved in a frontal or near frontal crash, deployment of the driver air bag may result in an insufficient margin of compliance as measured by the test dummy used in the federal safety agency test.
- Risk
- This can cause increased risk of injury to the driver under certain crash conditions.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver air bag module. The recall began on january 29, 2007, and will be conducted through six mailings. Owners may contact hyundai at 1‑800‑633‑5151.
Recall number 06V445000 · Recall details
What 2005 Hyundai Tucson owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2005 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the front passenger side air bag wiring harness; however, the part was discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 75,880.
Air bag light on dashboard Esp light comes on and off
Driver air bag light stay on will not turn off head light sliver melted
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 hyundai tucson. While driving 65 MPH the air bag warning light illuminated. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 101,842.
Tl* the contact owned a 2005 hyundai tucson. While driving 25 MPH, the preceding vehicle applied the brakes unexpectedly, causing the contact to rear end the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the left wrist and chest pain. The contact was transported via ambulance to seek medical attention. The contact was unaware of the injuries to the other driver. A police report was filed. The vehicle was unable to be driven and was towed to an impound lot. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 150,942.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 hyundai tucson. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 184,000. The VIN was invalid.
Have a recall on my air bags but have not received any notices.
Air bag warning light on
Air bag light on
Questions about the 2005 Hyundai Tucson airbags
Does the 2005 Hyundai Tucson have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the airbags of the 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Hyundai Tucson airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 75,880 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Hyundai Tucson airbags?
Yes, 2 recalls: 07V197000, 06V445000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Hyundai Tucson have bad airbags?
The Hyundai Tucson model years with the most airbags complaints are 2006 (37 complaints), 2005 (31 complaints) and 2016 (15 complaints).
Other 2005 Hyundai Tucson problems
Engine 38Electrical 30Body 20Transmission 16Brakes 15Suspension 15Acceleration 14Driver assistance 14Fuel system 13Lights 13Visibility 9Steering 8Tires 8Locks 6Seat belts 3Wheels 2Seats 1
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