Recall 00V-095: 1996–1997 Hyundai Elantra, 1997 Hyundai Tiburon

HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Mar 28, 2000, covering about 84,020 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-095
Report date
Mar 28, 2000
Vehicles affected
84,020
Owners notified
Apr 28, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The evaporative emission control systems can apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. If excessive vacuum is applied, minor fuel tank distortion can result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The "check engine" light would then illuminate and, in some cases, the vehicle driver may notice a gasoline odor.

The risk

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will pressure check the vehicle's fuel tank to determine if it has cracked. If the fuel tank has cracked, it will be replaced.

Notes

Owner notification began april 28, 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
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number00V095001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Elantra1996, 1997All years
Hyundai Tiburon1997All 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-095?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The evaporative emission control systems can apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. If excessive vacuum is applied, minor fuel tank distortion can result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The "check engine" light would then illuminate and, in some cases, the vehicle driver may notice a gasoline odor.

How is recall 00V-095 fixed?

Dealers will pressure check the vehicle's fuel tank to determine if it has cracked. If the fuel tank has cracked, it will be replaced.

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.