Recall 93V-196: 1989–1994 Hyundai Sonata

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Nov 29, 1993, covering about 100,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-196
Report date
Nov 29, 1993
Vehicles affected
100,000
Owners notified
Feb 14, 1994

The problem

The motorized shoulder belt can travel slowly or chatter in the track and may eventually stop tracking and become inoperative.

The risk

Slowing, chattering, or failure of the motorized shoulderbelt may discourage use of the restraint system, increasing the risk of injuryin the event of a sudden stop or accident.

The fix

Dealers will lubricate the track assembly and, if any systems are found inoperative, the system will be repaired or replaced, as required.

Notes

System: interior systems; passive restraint; belts.vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with motorized passiverestraint systems.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agree uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time or freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact hyundai service at 1-313-747-6600. Also, contact the national highwaytraffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerHYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
ComponentSeat Belts
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number93V196000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Hyundai Sonata1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994All 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 93V-196?

The motorized shoulder belt can travel slowly or chatter in the track and may eventually stop tracking and become inoperative.

How is recall 93V-196 fixed?

Dealers will lubricate the track assembly and, if any systems are found inoperative, the system will be repaired or replaced, as required.

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.