2022 Hyundai Tucson Recall: Structure (NHTSA 23V038000)

NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall affecting 2022 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured by Hyundai Motor America. Below is the official summary, the risk involved, and the fix available at no cost.

Table of contents
  1. What does the official notice say?
  2. Risk if left unaddressed
  3. Manufacturer's fix (remedy)
  4. Additional notes
  5. How to check if your vehicle is affected
  6. Frequently asked questions

What does the official notice say?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.

Risk if left unaddressed

A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer's fix (remedy)

Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241.

Additional notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

How to check if your vehicle is affected

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the official NHTSA lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this campaign (number 23V038000).

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA recall 23V038000?

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Tucson and 2022-2023 Santa Cruz vehicles. The roof moldings may detach.

What happens if this recall isn't fixed?

A detached roof molding could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Is the repair free, and how do I check my VIN?

Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the roof moldings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 241. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in campaign 23V038000.

Source: public NHTSA data, campaign 23V038000, reported on 31/01/2023. This content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice, and was compiled from official data with editorial review prior to publication.

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