Recall 05V-479: 2004–2005 Hyundai Elantra
HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Oct 17, 2005, covering about 2,105 vehicles.
The problem
Certain vehicles equipped with an advanced air bag system. The occupant classification system (Ocs) installed in the right front seat of the vehicle may misclassify a child restraint seat (Crs) as an adult. This may occur if the crs is installed after an adult has been seated in the right front seat. If there has not been a 'key on' ' key off' cycle with the right front passenger seat empty prior to installation of the crs.
The risk
The possibility of misclassification of a crs as an adult may allow the right front airbag or side impact airbag to deploy in a crash and could result in injury to the right front occupant.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's OCS electronic control unit (Ecu) to remove the feature that may cause the crs to be recognized as an adult. The recall began on november 15, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.
Notes
Hyundai pr recall no. 073.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
| Manufacturer | HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V479000 |
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 05V-479?
Certain vehicles equipped with an advanced air bag system. The occupant classification system (Ocs) installed in the right front seat of the vehicle may misclassify a child restraint seat (Crs) as an adult. This may occur if the crs is installed after an adult has been seated in the right front seat. If there has not been a 'key on' ' key off' cycle with the right front passenger seat empty prior to installation of the crs.
How is recall 05V-479 fixed?
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's OCS electronic control unit (Ecu) to remove the feature that may cause the crs to be recognized as an adult. The recall began on november 15, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.
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.