The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·11V259000·Announced 2011-04-26

Hyundai Recalls 2010 Tucson Models for Rear Reflector Visibility Issues

Hyundai is recalling 7,829 model year 2010 Tucson vehicles because the rear reflector assemblies do not meet federal safety standards, which could reduce visibility and increase crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (reduced visibility increasing crash risk) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2010 Tucson vehicles manufactured between February 27, 2010, and April 17, 2010. The recall involves 7,829 vehicles that fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 regarding the photometry requirements for rear reflector assemblies installed in the rear bumpers.

The defect could lead to reduced visibility of the rear of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Dealers will replace the rear reflector assemblies free of charge. The safety recall was expected to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact Hyundai's Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-633-5151 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HYUNDAI TUCSON
Brand
HYUNDAI
Manufacturer
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
7,829

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TUCSON

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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