NHTSA recall 09V125000
Suspension · Hyundai Motor America
Details
What's wrong: Road salt used during the winter months in these jurisdictions may result in internal corrosion and thinning of the steel in the front lower control arms. The corrosion may progress to the point where the lower control arm's upper and lower panels become perforated. A perforated front lower control arm may fracture between its ball joint attachment and the forward and rearward pivot attachments to the chassis.
Why it matters: The fracturing of the control arm could an owner's control over their vehicle that may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the front lower control arms for corrosion damage. If specified levels of internal corrosion damage are found, the front lower control arms will be replaced with new front lower control arms incorporating additional holes in the upper and lower panels. If the front lower…
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All model years NHTSA lists
2001 Hyundai Elantra, 2002 Hyundai Elantra, 2003 Hyundai Elantra, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 09V125000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.