CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017. Owner's may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for the recall is 160.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid vehicles may have front seat belt linkages that can detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners. The defect affects both front seat belts.
If a seat belt detaches from its anchor pretensioner during a crash, the belt may not restrain the occupant as intended, which can increase the risk of injury.
Hyundai will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the pretensioners, repairing them as necessary at no cost to you. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 (Hyundai recall number 160), and you can check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Sonata | 2011201220132014 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | 20112012201320142015 |