NHTSA recall 02V167000
Structure · Hyundai Motor America
Details
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." During testing, the 3-door hatchback exceeded the performance criterion in the standard midway along the length of the windshield support pillar (a-pillar).
Why it matters: An occupant's head that contacts the a-pillar during a crash could experience an increased risk of a head injury as a result of this condition.
The fix: Dealers will install new energy management brackets to support the a-pillar covers and increase the energy absorbing performance of the a-pillar in the relevant area. Owner notification began October 28, 2002.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2000 Hyundai Accent, 2001 Hyundai Accent, 2002 Hyundai Accent.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V167000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.