Hyundai/seat belt d-ring guide
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the driver and front passenger seat belts may not extend and retract smoothly through the d-ring guides mounted on the body pillars aft of the doors. if the seat belts do not extend and retract smoothly, they may twist in the d-ring guides and make it inconvenient to extend and retract the seat belts.
Safety Consequence
If the seat belts are inconvenient to use, the seat occupant may not be inclined to wear the seat belts properly, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a stopper over each front seat belt d-ring guide to assist the seat belt to smoothly extend and retract. owner notification began december 10, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Hyundai Motor America or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 01V345000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V345000?
NHTSA recall 01V345000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on November 6, 2001. It addresses: Hyundai/seat belt d-ring guide. The recall affects approximately 42,782 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V345000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.