NHTSA Complaint #11469349 — 2008 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ

The contact owns a 2008 Hyundai Vera Cruz. The contact stated that oil was leaking onto the alternator causing the vehicle to shut off. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The check engine and battery warning indicator lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the valve cover gasket and alternator were discovered to need replacement. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V705000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 199,000. Parts distribution disconnect.