Recall 98V-245: 1995–1997 Hyundai Accent
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 1998, covering about 64,967 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the following "salt belt" states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin. During winter months, the road salt used to de-ice roads can result in corrosion that causes pits to form on the lower coil of the front springs allowing cracks to develop. This can result in breakage of the lower spring coil.
The risk
If the front coil spring breaks, it can become displaced from its seated position, and can contact a tire. Tire damage can result.
The fix
Dealers will install a spring guide to prevent a broken coil spring from contacting and damaging a tire.
Notes
Owner notification began november 25, 1998.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 1-800-829-9956.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil Springs |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V245000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent | 1995, 1996, 1997 | 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 98V-245?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the following "salt belt" states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin. During winter months, the road salt used to de-ice roads can result in corrosion that causes pits to form on the lower coil of the front springs allowing cracks to develop. This can result in breakage of the lower spring coil.
How is recall 98V-245 fixed?
Dealers will install a spring guide to prevent a broken coil spring from contacting and damaging a tire.
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.