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2008 Hyundai Elantra recall: fuel pump

Hyundai Caribbean-Puerto Rico reported this safety recall on December 29, 2008. It covers about 347 vehicles.

vehicles affected
347
reported
Dec 29, 2008
owners notified
Feb 9, 2009
related complaints
45

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

What is wrong
Hyundai de puerto rico (hpr) is recalling 347 my 2008 elantra vehicles. The fuel pump motor may not have the proper, uniform internal electrical surface contact. This may cause the fuel pump to produce less pumping pressure than required to supply the fuel injection system.
Risk
As a result, poor engine staring and hesitation may result. Other engine performance issues may also result and lead to a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the vehicle's fuel pump subassembly. The recall began on february 9, 2009. Owners may contact hpr at 1‑800‑981‑0188.

Recall number 08V694000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 45 complaints about fuel system problems.

2008 Hyundai Elantra

Questions about recall 08V694000

Is there a recall on the 2008 Hyundai Elantra fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 08V694000, reported on December 29, 2008, covers about 347 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V694000?

Dealers will replace the vehicle's fuel pump subassembly. The recall began on february 9, 2009. Owners may contact hpr at 1‑800‑981‑0188.

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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