The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·12V352000·Announced 2012-07-24

Hyundai Recalls 2012-2013 Sonata Vehicles Due to Airbag Defect

Hyundai is recalling 2012-2013 Sonata vehicles because the curtain side airbags may inflate without a deployment command, increasing the risk of injury and driver distraction.

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 (airbag) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for theoretical hazards without confirmed casualties.

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Hyundai Sonata passenger cars. The vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between January 24, 2012, and June 21, 2012. The recall involves approximately 29,767 vehicles.

The defect involves the curtain side airbags, which may inflate without a deployment command due to an error during manufacturing. If the airbag inflates unexpectedly, it increases the risk of injury to occupants. Additionally, the unexpected deployment would be a significant driver distraction and would limit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Hyundai dealers will notify owners and replace the curtain side airbags free of charge. This recall began on August 31, 2012. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or the NHTSA Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
HYUNDAI SONATA
Brand
HYUNDAI
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Airbag
Hazard
Affected units
29,767

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)

  • SONATA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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