Both Mazda and Hyundai have issued extensive recalls of some of their most popular models, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced today.
2004 Hyundai Elantra Plagued with inadequate clearance between the engine harness and starter housing, 25,400 MY2010 Mazda3s have been recalled for repair. The clearance issue could result in damage to the harness which can subsequently affect engine control and transmission shifting; fuses may blow out as well.
Dealers will reinforce the harness beginning May 6, 2009. For more info, owners can call Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Meanwhile, Hyundai is facing a widespread corrosion issue thanks to the road salt used in clearing heavy snow. A total of 170,610 Elantra models from MY2001 through MY2003 and MY2003 Tiburons are prone to breakage of their front lower control arms due to corrosion. It goes without saying, a crash could occur should the suspension piece snap.
Also plaguing the automaker is a recall of 175,765 Sonata, XG300 and XG350 vehicles due to corrosion as well. MY1999-2004 Sonatas and MY2001-2004 XG300 and XG350s are affected by rust and corrosion ailing the front sub-frame. Like the front lower control arm recall, the metal sub-frame can be weakened by corrosion, causing a potentially disasterous failure.
Hyundai will rust-proof existing parts if they are in good shape, or replace corroded parts free of charge . Customers can contact the automaker at 1-800-633-5151 for further details.
Source: NHTSA
2004 Hyundai Elantra Plagued with inadequate clearance between the engine harness and starter housing, 25,400 MY2010 Mazda3s have been recalled for repair. The clearance issue could result in damage to the harness which can subsequently affect engine control and transmission shifting; fuses may blow out as well.Dealers will reinforce the harness beginning May 6, 2009. For more info, owners can call Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
Meanwhile, Hyundai is facing a widespread corrosion issue thanks to the road salt used in clearing heavy snow. A total of 170,610 Elantra models from MY2001 through MY2003 and MY2003 Tiburons are prone to breakage of their front lower control arms due to corrosion. It goes without saying, a crash could occur should the suspension piece snap.
Also plaguing the automaker is a recall of 175,765 Sonata, XG300 and XG350 vehicles due to corrosion as well. MY1999-2004 Sonatas and MY2001-2004 XG300 and XG350s are affected by rust and corrosion ailing the front sub-frame. Like the front lower control arm recall, the metal sub-frame can be weakened by corrosion, causing a potentially disasterous failure.Hyundai will rust-proof existing parts if they are in good shape, or replace corroded parts free of charge . Customers can contact the automaker at 1-800-633-5151 for further details.
Source: NHTSA
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