Hyundai Sonata recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 24, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2016 Hyundai Sonata

Recall number

16V615000

Brand / firm

Hyundai

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,031 units

Why it was recalled

A frontal air bag that does not adequately protect the driver's neck may increase their risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Sonata vehicles manufactured March 28, 2016 through April 12, 2016. The affected vehicles have a driver-side frontal air bag that may not adequately protect the driver's neck from injury in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What to do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 148.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.