Safety Recall NHTSA · 95V003000 Reported January 20, 1995

Lighting:switch:button:ring:high/low beam dimmer

Hyundai Motor America · Exterior Lighting · 1,638 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
95V003000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
1,638
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 20, 1995

Defect Summary

A plastic slider piece within the headlamp dimmer switch assembly does not fully retract when the headlamp dimmer switch is moved from low beam to high beam position. The low beam lamps go out as intended, but the high beam lamps do not come on.

Safety Consequence

This condition will result in inadequate lighting causing a visibility problem for the driver and other oncoming motorists and an accident can occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the headlamp dimmer switch assembly.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference recall ID 95V003000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 95V003000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 95V003000?

NHTSA recall 95V003000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on January 20, 1995. It addresses: Lighting:switch:button:ring:high/low beam dimmer. The recall affects approximately 1,638 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 95V003000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.