Hyundai Genesis recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 19, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2015 Hyundai Genesis

Recall number

15V097000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 24,400 units

Why it was recalled

If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured February 21, 2014, to January 24, 2015. Water may leak into the rear combination lamp assemblies and cause an incorrect gear display on the instrument panel or a delay in the engagement of the selected gear when the vehicle is shifted from Park to Reverse or Drive.

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply pads to prevent water intrusion into the combination lamp housing, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 128.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.