NHTSA recall 18V496000
Air Bags · Hyundai Motor America
Details
What's wrong: The occupant classification system (ocs) may incorrectly detect that an adult is in the passenger seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. In the event of a crash, if a child or infant is in the seat, the front passenger air bag may deploy instead of being deactivated.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag deploys instead of being deactivated when a child or infant are in the front passenger seat, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ocs, free of charge. The recall began August 24, 2018.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2018 Genesis G80.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V496000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.