NHTSA recall 02V315000
Tires › Valve
Hyundai LD15 Bering
Reported Nov 21, 20021,401 vehicles affectedHYUNDAI TRUCK AMERICAMaker’s number T001Built Jul 14, 1999 – Jan 19, 2000
The defect
On certain cab-over class 4 trucks, the snap-in tire valve stems in the wheels of these trucks can leak air.
The risk
This can cause a loss of tire air pressure, lead to a rupture of the tire, and cause a loss of control of the vehicle.
The remedy
Dealers will install new tire valve stems. owner notification began december 28, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact hyundai truck at 1-609-395-2300.