Air bag may not prevent neck injury/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor company (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 sonata vehicles manufactured march 28, 2016 through april 12, 2016. the affected vehicles have a driver-side frontal air bag that may not adequately protect the driver's neck from injury in the event of a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
A frontal air bag that does not adequately protect the driver's neck may increase their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. the recall began october 14, 2016. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. hyundai's number for this recall is 148.
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FAQ: Recall 16V615000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V615000?
NHTSA recall 16V615000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on August 24, 2016. It addresses: Air bag may not prevent neck injury/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 1,031 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V615000 or the manufacturer campaign number 148. 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.