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It seems like the last month has been especially brutal to Hyundai in terms of vehicle recalls, and the hits just keep on coming for the South Korean automaker with the latest announcement affecting a total of 419,197 units. The latest campaigns are for the 2001-06 Hyundai Santa Fe, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata and the 2007-12 Hyundai Veracruz.
The biggest campaign is for 225,000 Santa Fe crossovers sold in 20 northern states and Washingtion, D.C. where road salt in used, which can cause the front coil springs to corrode and fracture. Obviously, it’s not safe if the springs break, but another potential danger is the spring puncturing the tire further increasing the likelihood of a crash. To fix this condition, Hyundai dealers will inspect vehicles and replace the front springs if necessary.
For the fourth time in as many weeks, the Hyundai Sonata is being recalled. In addition to recent campaigns for wiring, brake caliper and shift cable problems, the latest recall affects 133,075 Sonatas for a bad brake line seal at the hydraulic control unit, which can lead to leaking brake fluid. Low brake fluid could cause poor braking performance, but there is a warning light to alert drivers if fluid is getting too low. This recall requires the replace of two brake lines.
Finally, there are 61,122 Veracruz crossovers out there with potentially leaky valve cover gaskets. Needless to say, engine oil leaks could cause damage to the engine, but in this case, oil can leak onto the alternator that could eventually cause the engine to stall. For these vechiels, Hyundai dealers will replace the leaky gaskets and inspect the alternator for damage. If damage is detected, the alternator will also be replaced free of charge.
Hyundai says that none of the recalls have led to any accidents or injuries, but for more information, owners of affected cars can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration either using the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or by visiting the www.safercar.gov website.
For the fourth time in as many weeks, the Hyundai Sonata is being recalled. In addition to recent campaigns for wiring, brake caliper and shift cable problems, the latest recall affects 133,075 Sonatas for a bad brake line seal at the hydraulic control unit, which can lead to leaking brake fluid. Low brake fluid could cause poor braking performance, but there is a warning light to alert drivers if fluid is getting too low. This recall requires the replace of two brake lines.
Finally, there are 61,122 Veracruz crossovers out there with potentially leaky valve cover gaskets. Needless to say, engine oil leaks could cause damage to the engine, but in this case, oil can leak onto the alternator that could eventually cause the engine to stall. For these vechiels, Hyundai dealers will replace the leaky gaskets and inspect the alternator for damage. If damage is detected, the alternator will also be replaced free of charge.
Hyundai says that none of the recalls have led to any accidents or injuries, but for more information, owners of affected cars can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration either using the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or by visiting the www.safercar.gov website.
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