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Seat Belt Linkages may Detach
In the event of a crash, if the seat belts detach from the anchor pretensioners, it can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V152
Manufacturer Hyundai Motor America
Components SEAT BELTS
Potential Number of Units Affected 977,778
Summary
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles.
In the affected vehicles, the seat belt linkages for both front seat belts may detach from the seat belt anchor pretensioners.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners and dealers will inspect the connection between the seat belt linkages and the seat belt anchor pretensioners, repairing them as necessary, free of charge.
The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017.
Owner’s may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Hyundai’s number for the recall is 160.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go towww.safercar.gov.