Recall 04V-178: 2002–2003 Hyundai Elantra, 2002–2003 Hyundai Sonata and 2 more

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Apr 9, 2004, covering about 263,968 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-178
Report date
Apr 9, 2004
Vehicles affected
263,968
Owners notified
Jun 30, 2004

The problem

Some passenger vehicles contain a fuel tank assembly valve that may not close properly. If a vehicle with a fuel tank assembly valve that is not properly closed were to roll over, fuel spillage may occur.

The risk

Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. Owner notification began on june 30, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Notes

Hyundai recall no. 066. Customers can 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
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V178000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Elantra2002, 2003All years
Hyundai Sonata2002, 2003All years
Hyundai Tiburon2002, 2003All years
Hyundai XG3502002, 2003All 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 04V-178?

Some passenger vehicles contain a fuel tank assembly valve that may not close properly. If a vehicle with a fuel tank assembly valve that is not properly closed were to roll over, fuel spillage may occur.

How is recall 04V-178 fixed?

Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. Owner notification began on june 30, 2004. Owners should contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

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.