Passenger air bag may deploy with a child in seat
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2018 genesis g80 vehicles. the occupant classification system (ocs) may incorrectly detect that an adult is in the passenger seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. in the event of a crash, if a child or infant is in the seat, the front passenger air bag may deploy instead of being deactivated.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag deploys instead of being deactivated when a child or infant are in the front passenger seat, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ocs, free of charge. the recall began august 24, 2018. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 002g.
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FAQ: Recall 18V496000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V496000?
NHTSA recall 18V496000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on July 27, 2018. It addresses: Passenger air bag may deploy with a child in seat. The recall affects approximately 3,305 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V496000 or the manufacturer campaign number 002G. 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.