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2007-2008 Hyundai Santa Fe recall: labels

Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall on June 19, 2008. It covers about 88,943 vehicles.

vehicles affected
88,943
reported
Jun 19, 2008
owners notified
Aug 5, 2008

Equipment: other: labels

What is wrong
Hyundai is recalling 88,943 my 2007-2008 hyundai santa fe vehicles equipped with p235/60r18 tires. These vehicles fail to comply with the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110 "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles." the black certification label affixed to the driver's side center pillar, incorrectly lists the gross axle weight ratings (gawr).
Risk
Overloading your vehicle may adversely affect handling and braking and may cause tire damage, resulting in tire failure and a crash without warning.
Remedy
Hyundai will mail corrected certification labels along with the instructions to the affected owners. The customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The recall began on august 5, 2008. Owners may contact hyundai at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Recall number 08V272000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V272000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2008 Hyundai Santa Fe labels?

Yes. Recall 08V272000, reported on June 19, 2008, covers about 88,943 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V272000?

Hyundai will mail corrected certification labels along with the instructions to the affected owners. The customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The recall began on august 5, 2008. Owners may contact hyundai 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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