Recall 91V-225: 1986–1989 Hyundai Excel, 1987–1989 Mitsubishi Precis
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Dec 31, 1991, covering about 895,000 vehicles.
The problem
Deterioration of the reed valve subassembly may lead to a malfunction within the secondary air supply portion of the emission control system. The screws which attach the reeds to the reed valve subassembly may rust, and if the rusting becomes severe, the screw heads will erode and allow the reeds to separate from the reed valve subassembly. Corrosion may also occur on the reed valve subassembly, deforming the reed seats and preventing the reeds from closing properly. Separation of the reeds from the reed valve subassembly or improper closing of the reeds allow hot exhaust gases to flow backward into the plastic secondary air filter case when the vehicle is being driven. These hot exhaust gases may melt the secondary plastic air filter case.
The risk
The melting plastic air filter case may lead to a firein the engine compartment.
The fix
Replace the reed valve subassembly with one whose metal components are fabricated from corrosion resistant stainless steel.
Notes
System: exhaust system.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: hyundai motor company will be performing this recall for the hyundaiexcel and for the mitsubishi precis.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 91V225000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Excel | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Precis | 1987, 1988, 1989 | All 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 91V-225?
Deterioration of the reed valve subassembly may lead to a malfunction within the secondary air supply portion of the emission control system. The screws which attach the reeds to the reed valve subassembly may rust, and if the rusting becomes severe, the screw heads will erode and allow the reeds to separate from the reed valve subassembly. Corrosion may also occur on the reed valve subassembly, deforming the reed seats and preventing the reeds from closing properly. Separation of the reeds from the reed valve subassembly or improper closing of the reeds allow hot exhaust gases to flow backward into the plastic secondary air filter case when the vehicle is being driven. These hot exhaust gases may melt the secondary plastic air filter case.
How is recall 91V-225 fixed?
Replace the reed valve subassembly with one whose metal components are fabricated from corrosion resistant stainless steel.
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.