Hyundai Motor Company Australia - HYUNDAI ELANTRA

recall information

Recall number
REC-000616
PRA number
2016/15385
Campaign number
61C030
Original published date

make and model information

Make
HYUNDAI
Model
ELANTRA
Affected units
5,296

What are the defects?

The SRS deployment software could inadvertently deploy the front airbags when it is not necessary. There is a risk of airbag deployment when the vehicle is traveling at low speed or when stationary.

What are the hazards?

Unintended airbag deployment poses an accident hazard and risk of injury.

What should consumers do?

Return the vehicle to an authorised Hyundai dealership to have the airbag control module reprogrammed with the update algorithm that has the correct air deployment sequence.
Supplier details
Hyundai Motor Company Australia

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product type