Safety Recall NHTSA · 11E040000 Reported October 6, 2011

Wire harness with converter module

Curt Manufacturing Llc · N/A · 2,254 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
11E040000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Curt Manufacturing Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,254
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
October 6, 2011

Defect Summary

Curt manufacturing is recalling certain tow package wiring harnesses, part number 55538, that connect tow vehicle lighting circuits to trailer lighting circuits sold for use on certain model year 2009 through 2011 hyundai santa fe vehicles. the units are not water-tight and moisture can seep into the converter module and defeat the module's internal circuit protection.

Safety Consequence

Without the circuit protection, the module can overheat possibly resulting in a fire.

Corrective Action

Curt manufacturing will notify owners and replace the tow package wiring harness. the remedy will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 17, 2011. owners may contact curt manufacturing at 1-715 831-8713.

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 Curt Manufacturing Llc dealer and reference recall ID 11E040000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 11E040000

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

What is recall 11E040000?

NHTSA recall 11E040000 was issued by Curt Manufacturing Llc on October 6, 2011. It addresses: Wire harness with converter module. The recall affects approximately 2,254 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Curt Manufacturing Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11E040000 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.