Secondary hood latch may bind and not latch
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 entourage vehicles manufactured february 16, 2006, to june 30, 2008. in the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may corrode and bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Safety Consequence
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Hyundai will notify all of the owners. for vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, dealers will replace the secondary latch. for vehicles in any other state, dealers will inspect and either lubricate or replace the secondary latch, as necessary, free of charge. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. The recall began january 2017. hyundai's number for this recall is 154.
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FAQ: Recall 16V843000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V843000?
NHTSA recall 16V843000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on November 21, 2016. It addresses: Secondary hood latch may bind and not latch. The recall affects approximately 41,264 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 16V843000 or the manufacturer campaign number 154. 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.