Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #18V496000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V496000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2018 genesis g80 vehicles Includes 3,305 affected units, Passenger Air Bag may Deploy with a Child in Seat, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 genesis g80 vehicles

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V496000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2018-07-27T00:00:00
Subject: Passenger air bag may deploy with a child in seat
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 3,305

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 002G
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.
Consequence Summary: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.55

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NHTSA ID: 18V496000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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