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Hyundai Genesis Recall 16V117: Windshield Wipers May Stop Working in Bad Weather

NHTSA campaign 16V117, reported February 29, 2016, 18,700 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The windshield wiper motor cover seal on certain Hyundai Equus and Genesis vehicles from 2011 to 2013 can degrade over time. This allows moisture and corrosion to reach the wiper motor's circuit board, which can cause the wipers to work intermittently or stop working completely.

If the wipers fail during rain, snow, or other poor weather, your ability to see the road can be sharply reduced, which raises the risk of a crash. Watch for wipers that operate erratically or quit altogether, and be especially careful driving in inclement weather until the repair is done.

Hyundai will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal at no cost to you. You can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151 (recall number 140) and check your vehicle identification number for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V117Hyundai Motor America
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.
Risk
Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
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.

Affected vehicles

Hyundai Equus201120122013
Hyundai Genesis2012