NHTSA Campaign 13V264000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Issued by Hyundai Motor Company · Reported Jun 25, 2013 · 5,200 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| HYUNDAI | AZERA | 2012 | 5,200 |
| HYUNDAI | AZERA | 2013 | 5,200 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V264000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.