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NHTSARecalled Jun 25, 2013 · #13V264000

Occupant Detection System may Improperly Classify

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Azera vehicles manufactured May 22, 2012, through November 23, 2012. The occupant detection system may fail to properly differentiate whether the front passenger seat occupant is an adult, a child or a child restraint seat. If the occupant is incorrectly classified, in the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, the airbag may deploy with greater or lesser force than appropriate, resulting in an increased risk of injury.

Product details

Product
  • Occupant Detection System may Improperly Classify
  • 2012-2013 Azera
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
2013 Azera
UPCs

What you should do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the airbag system. The recall beagan on August 13, 2013. Hyundai's recall number is "Campaign 111." Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

View the official CPSC notice