2011–2013 Hyundai Equus, Genesis recall: Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V117000
- Reported
- February 29, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Part
- Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, motor
- Vehicles affected
- About 18,700
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor's circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.
Safety risk
Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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 to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Hyundai Equus (2011, 2012, 2013); Hyundai Genesis (2012). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 140.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.