Recall 05V-119: 2005 Hyundai Tucson

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY recall for electronic stability control, reported to NHTSA on Mar 25, 2005, covering about 30,558 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-119
Report date
Mar 25, 2005
Vehicles affected
30,558
Owners notified
Apr 13, 2005

The problem

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (Esp), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. While driving the esp program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately.

The risk

Brake application caused by inadvertent esp activation may result in loss of control and a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit free of charge. The recall began on april 13, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Notes

Hyundai recall no. 068.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerHYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentElectronic Stability Control › Automatic (Asc)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V119000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Tucson2005All 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 05V-119?

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (Esp), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. While driving the esp program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately.

How is recall 05V-119 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit free of charge. The recall began on april 13, 2005. Owners may 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.