Tucson, Accent, Santa Fe and ix55 Veracruz
Tucson, Accent, Santa Fe and ix55 Veracruz was recalled on 24 May 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0600/13. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The brake light switch may malfunction.
| Alert Number | A12/0600/13 |
| Brand | Hyundai |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Republic of Korea |
| Model Number | Models Tucson (JM), Accent (MC), Santa Fe (CM) and ix55 Veracruz (EN) (Recall Campaign HRE13-41-P140-JM MC CM EN) |
| Published | 24 May 2013 |
Risk Description
The brake light switch may malfunction. As a result the brake lights can either stop to operate after pressing the brake pedal or remain switched on after releasing the brake pedal.Depending on the equipment of the vehicle and as a result of the above mentioned malfunction, it is possible that the following systems can be affected:a) In vehicles with cruise control this can become inoperativeb) In vehicles with automatic transmission the swift lever can’t be moved from the parking (P) position andc) In vehicles with Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) this can become inoperative with the warning lamp «ESC OFF» switched on.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 09/05/2013
Product Description
Passenger car.The recall affects the following vehicles:JM: produced from 01 May 2007 to 28 February 2009, with VINs from KMHJM81BP7U699688 to KMHJN81VR9U990168MC: produced from 01 December 2006 to 28 February 2009, with VINs from KMHCM31AP6U031828 to KMHCN41VR7U151364CM: produced from 01 Ap
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Tucson, Accent, Santa Fe and ix55 Veracruz.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.