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NHTSA recall 05V119000

Electronic Stability Control · Hyundai Motor America

March 25, 2005report date
30,558units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (esp), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. While driving the esp program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately.

Why it matters: Brake application caused by inadvertent esp activation may result in loss of control and a crash.

The fix: Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2005.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2005 Hyundai Tucson.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 05V119000.

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