Secondary hood latch may disengage
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 tucson vehicles manufactured may 19, 2015 to march 14, 2016. in the affected vehicles, if the primary hood latch has been released, and the vehicle is driven, the secondary hood latch may not hold adequately secure the hood to prevent it from opening while the vehicle is in motion.
Safety Consequence
If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch, free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2016. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 145.
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FAQ: Recall 16V348000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V348000?
NHTSA recall 16V348000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on May 24, 2016. It addresses: Secondary hood latch may disengage. The recall affects approximately 81,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V348000 or the manufacturer campaign number 145. 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.