CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:INTERLOCK/LOCKOUT
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Genesis Coupe vehicles. A return spring in the ignition lock switch may fracture, which can result in unintended vehicle movement when the vehicle is started in gear, without the parking brake applied.
- Risk
- Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ignition lock switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 266.
- 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
A spring inside the ignition lock switch can break, which may allow the vehicle to move unintentionally when it is started while in gear and the parking brake is not applied.
Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash. If you own a 2010-2013 Genesis Coupe, always apply the parking brake and make sure the vehicle is in Park or Neutral before starting it, and check your VIN for open recalls.
The repair is free: an authorized dealer will replace the ignition lock switch at no cost. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2024, and you can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 with questions.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 2010201120122013 |
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