NHTSARecalled Feb 29, 2016 · #16V117000
Loss of Wiper Function due to Corrosion
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function. Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Loss of Wiper Function due to Corrosion
- 2012 Genesis
- 2011-2013 Equus
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Model numbers
- 2012 Genesis, 2013 Equus
- UPCs
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What you should do
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.