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NHTSA recall 02V105000

Air Bags · Hyundai Motor America

April 9, 2002report date
145,355units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, an intermittent condition that leads to the supplemental restraint system (SRS) air bag warning light illumination could result from motion of the side impact air bag wiring harness and side impact air bag wiring harness connector which mount to the adjustable seat cushion assembly. This condition only relates to the side impact air bags and could prevent air bag deployment during a…

Why it matters: Non-deployment of the SRS side impact air bag could increase the risk of injury during a side impact crash.

The fix: Dealers will more securely fasten the side impact air bag wiring harnesses and connectors to the vehicle's front seat cushion frames. Owner notification began May 28, 2002.

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All model years NHTSA lists

1999 Hyundai Sonata, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 2001 Hyundai Sonata, 2001 Hyundai Xg300.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V105000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.