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NHTSA recall 04V369000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Hyundai Motor America

July 26, 2004report date
919units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity" a valve on the fuel tank assembly may not close properly. If a vehicle rolls over and the fuel tank assembly valve is not properly closed, fuel spillage may occur.

Why it matters: Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

The fix: Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. The recall began on October 5, 2004. Owners should contact Hyundai de puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2002 Hyundai Elantra, 2003 Hyundai Elantra, 2002 Hyundai Sonata, 2003 Hyundai Sonata, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, 2002 Hyundai Xg350, 2003 Hyundai Xg350.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V369000.

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