Hyundai recalls 24k Genesis sedans over electrical issue
Mon, Mar 9 2015
The problem arises when water leaks into the taillight assembly, which – in a way that would only make sense to an electrician – could cause the incorrect gear to be displayed on the instrument panel or even a delay in switching from Park to Reverse or Drive. Needless to say, if the driver doesn't know into which position the transmission has shifted, that could increase the likelihood of a crash.
The issue affects an estimated 24,400 units of the 2015 Genesis in the United States – specifically those manufactured between February 21, 2014, and January 24, 2015. Owners of those vehicles can expect to hear from their local dealer to arrange the installation of additional waterproofing pads to prevent the troublesome moisture from leaking in to the taillights.
RECALL Subject : Water may Leak into Rear Combination Lamp Assembly
Report Receipt Date: FEB 19, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V097000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EXTERIOR LIGHTING , POWER TRAIN
Potential Number of Units Affected: 24,400
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
SUMMARY:
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.
CONSEQUENCE:
If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply pads to prevent water intrusion into the combination lamp housing, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 128.
NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Report Receipt Date: FEB 19, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V097000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EXTERIOR LIGHTING , POWER TRAIN
Potential Number of Units Affected: 24,400
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
SUMMARY:
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.
CONSEQUENCE:
If the incorrect gear is being displayed, the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply pads to prevent water intrusion into the combination lamp housing, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 128.
NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
By Noah Joseph
See also: 2016 Hyundai Tucson comes to Geneva with long-awaited redesign, Hyundai recalls 205,000 Elantras for possible power steering failure [UPDATE], 2015 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 First Drive [w/video].