Hyundai of america/insrument panel/airbag deployme
Defect Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, the front passenger air bag is mounted beneath the right portion of the instrument panel's padded surface. tear lines are formed into the underside of the instrument panel's padded surface during the production process of the instrument panel top pad. these tear lines allow a portion of the instrument panel surface to fold upward if the passenger air bag deploys.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the air bag may not deploy properly, possibly resulting in serious injury to the right front passenger.
Corrective Action
Hyundai will replace the instrument panel. owner notification began on october 13, 2003. 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 of america at 1-800-633-5151, or if the vehicle is located in puerto rico, hyundai of puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Hyundai Motor America or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 03V321000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V321000?
NHTSA recall 03V321000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on August 26, 2003. It addresses: Hyundai of america/insrument panel/airbag deployme. The recall affects approximately 49 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V321000 or the manufacturer campaign number 063. 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.