Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V057000 Reported January 28, 2016

Transmission cooler hose may leak fluid

Hyundai Motor America · Power Train · 11,176 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V057000
Manufacturer Campaign
139
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
11,176
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 28, 2016
Completion Rate
63.67

Defect Summary

Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 hyundai tucson vehicles manufactured july 22, 2010, to october 31, 2010. the affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak.

Safety Consequence

If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission fluid cooler hose, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 25, 2016. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. hyundai's number for this recall is 139.

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 16V057000 or campaign 139.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V057000

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

What is recall 16V057000?

NHTSA recall 16V057000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on January 28, 2016. It addresses: Transmission cooler hose may leak fluid. The recall affects approximately 11,176 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V057000 or the manufacturer campaign number 139. 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.