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NHTSA recall 05V177000

Electronic Stability Control · Hyundai Motor America

April 27, 2005report date
349units 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. The recall is expected to begin during May 2005.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2005 Hyundai Tucson.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 05V177000.

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