2013 Hyundai Equus Recalls

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February 29th, 2016
Recalled Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Recall Date
February 29th, 2016
Units Effected
18,700
NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V117000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 140
Manufactured Begin Date: July 10th, 2011
Manufactured End Date: June 12th, 2012
Date of Owner Notification: April 22nd, 2016

Defect Summary:
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.

Consequence Summary:
Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.

Recall 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.safercar.gov.

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