Recall 00V-096: 2000 Hyundai Accent
HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jul 7, 2000, covering about 400 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The protective rubber boot which covers the ball joint connection between the windshield wiper motor drive arm and the windshield wiper drag link can stick to the surface of the drive arm. If the rubber boot sticks and the wiper motor is turned on, binding of the interface between the drive arm and drag link results, causing the ball joint connection to disengage.
The risk
If the connection disengages, the windshield wipers are inoperative. Inoperative windshield wipers can contribute to reduced visibility during inclement weather.
The fix
Dealers will replace the protective rubber boot and will lubricate the new protective rubber boot where it contacts the drive arm.
Notes
Owner notification began september 1, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai at 1-800-981-0452.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V096001 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-096?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The protective rubber boot which covers the ball joint connection between the windshield wiper motor drive arm and the windshield wiper drag link can stick to the surface of the drive arm. If the rubber boot sticks and the wiper motor is turned on, binding of the interface between the drive arm and drag link results, causing the ball joint connection to disengage.
How is recall 00V-096 fixed?
Dealers will replace the protective rubber boot and will lubricate the new protective rubber boot where it contacts the drive arm.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.