Recall 00V-259: 1999–2000 Hyundai Elantra, 1999–2000 Hyundai Sonata

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 11, 2000, covering about 165,977 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-259
Report date
Sep 11, 2000
Vehicles affected
165,977
Owners notified
Nov 18, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: some sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter V-6 engines and all elantra model vehicles may have experienced intermittent low-speed engine stalling, which could occur if the maf (Mass air flow) sensor electrical signal is interrupted as a result of engine vibration transmitted to the maf sensor connector wiring harness.

The risk

This condition can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will re-route the maf sensor connector wiring harness.

Notes

Hyundai recall nos. 039 and 040.owner notification began november 18, 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 1-800-633-5151. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerHYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V259001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Elantra1999, 2000All years
Hyundai Sonata1999, 2000All years

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-259?

Vehicle description: some sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter V-6 engines and all elantra model vehicles may have experienced intermittent low-speed engine stalling, which could occur if the maf (Mass air flow) sensor electrical signal is interrupted as a result of engine vibration transmitted to the maf sensor connector wiring harness.

How is recall 00V-259 fixed?

Dealers will re-route the maf sensor connector wiring harness.

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.