NHTSA recall 08E016000
Trailer Hitches · Kia America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: This recall has been superceded by recall 08E-055. Hyundai is recalling 3,387 trailer hitch wiring harnesses either included with a trailer hitch or sold as a service part manufactured by thule towing systems and distributed by Hyundai for installation on my 2007-2008 santa fe and veracruz vehicles. The accessory trailer hitch wiring harness converter module is mounted to the top surface of the rear bumper…
Why it matters: Excessive heat may cause damage to the rear bumper area and may potentially result in a fire.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners and will replace the trailer hitch wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2008.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, year not stated Hyundai U86102B100, year not stated Hyundai U86103J000, year not stated Hyundai U86122B000, year not stated Hyundai U86123J000, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 08E016000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.