Recall 12V354000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE Defect in 2007-2009 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
RECALL This recall affects up to 199,118 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 12V354000 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor Company |
| Vehicles Affected | 199,118 |
| Component | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 Santa Fe vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2006, through July 7, 2008. The occupant classification system (OCS) may need recalibration to accurately detect small statured adults.
Safety Consequence
Improper classification or detection may cause the front passenger airbag not to deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will update the classification software free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
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