Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V272000 Reported June 19, 2008

Certification label/fmvss 110

Hyundai Motor America · Equipment · 88,943 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V272000
Manufacturer Campaign
084
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
88,943
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 19, 2008

Defect Summary

Hyundai is recalling 88,943 my 2007-2008 hyundai santa fe vehicles equipped with p235/60r18 tires. these vehicles fail to comply with the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110 "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles." the black certification label affixed to the driver's side center pillar, incorrectly lists the gross axle weight ratings (gawr).

Safety Consequence

Overloading your vehicle may adversely affect handling and braking and may cause tire damage, resulting in tire failure and a crash without warning.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will mail corrected certification labels along with the instructions to the affected owners. the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. the recall began on august 5, 2008. owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference recall ID 08V272000 or campaign 084.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V272000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V272000?

NHTSA recall 08V272000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on June 19, 2008. It addresses: Certification label/fmvss 110. The recall affects approximately 88,943 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V272000 or the manufacturer campaign number 084. 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.