Hyundai Recalls Over 200K Cars and SUVs Due to Faulty Rearview Cameras
Hyundai Addresses Safety Concerns with Recall
Hyundai has announced a significant recall involving over 226,000 vehicles, primarily due to faulty rearview cameras that may compromise driver safety. According to documents submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the malfunction arises from a damaged printed circuit board, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying correctly.
Details of the Affected Vehicles
The recall affects several models, including the 2021-2022 Elantra and Santa Fe SUVs. The failure of the rearview camera not only rules out compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111 but also increases the risk of accidents as it reduces rear visibility.
Hyundai’s Response
- Hyundai will fix all back cameras free of charge.
- Notifications to impacted vehicle owners are slated to commence by January 19.
This recall follows a recent action by Kia due to a separate issue involving the loss of drive power.
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