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NHTSARecalled Dec 22, 2015 · #15V864000

Tires May Develop Cracks in Sidewall

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Description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and equipped with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires installed as original equipment. The affected tires may develop cracks in the tire sidewall, resulting in a loss of air. Tire sidewall cracks could cause a rupture during use, resulting in a rapid air loss and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Tires May Develop Cracks in Sidewall
  • 2015 Genesis
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
2015 Genesis
UPCs

What you should do

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 138.

View the official CPSC notice