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2001-2003 Hyundai Elantra and Hyundai Tiburon recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Hyundai Caribbean-Puerto Rico reported this safety recall on December 3, 2003. It covers about 1,993 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,993
reported
Dec 3, 2003
owners notified
Jan 22, 2004
related complaints
102

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake tubes for the rear brakes can contact the steering gearbox mounting brackets.
Risk
Contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering gearbox mounting brackets may result in rear brake tube wear and corrosion, increasing the risk of brake fluid leakage. Brake fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes, install brake tube clips, and apply anti-corrosion material to the rear brake tubes. Owner notification began january 22, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Recall number 03V496000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 102 complaints about brakes problems.

2001 Hyundai Elantra2002 Hyundai Elantra2003 Hyundai Elantra2002 Hyundai Tiburon2003 Hyundai Tiburon

Questions about recall 03V496000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2003 Hyundai Elantra and Hyundai Tiburon hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 03V496000, reported on December 3, 2003, covers about 1,993 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V496000?

Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes, install brake tube clips, and apply anti-corrosion material to the rear brake tubes. Owner notification began january 22, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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