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NHTSARecalled Jun 27, 2022 · #22V458000

Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Venue vehicles. In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioners may explode upon deployment. An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, strike vehicle occupants, and result in injury.

Product details

Product
  • Seat Belt Pretensioners May Explode
  • 2020-2022 Venue
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 231. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 21V-796 for Venue vehicles. Venue vehicles previously repaired under 21V-796 will need to have the new remedy completed.

View the official CPSC notice