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2016-2017 Hyundai Santa Fe and Hyundai Tucson recall: trailer hitches

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall on November 21, 2016. It covers about 6,172 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,172
reported
Nov 21, 2016
owners notified
Jan 13, 2017

Trailer hitches

What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015, to November 14, 2016, and 2017 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured November 28, 2015, to November 14, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result, in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑800‑633‑5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.

Recall number 16V842000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V842000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 Hyundai Santa Fe and Hyundai Tucson trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 16V842000, reported on November 21, 2016, covers about 6,172 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V842000?

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accessory trailer hitch wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 13, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑800‑633‑5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 153.

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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