Component Description
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Hyundai Motor America
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20100501
End Date Of Manufacturing
20121231
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
120000
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20190819
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
ODI
Mfg
Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date
20190205
Record Creation Date
20190208
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Tucson vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.
Consequence Summary
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary
Hyundai has notified owners, and dealers will inspect for an oil pan leak, replacing it if necessary, and install an updated oil pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 181.
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.