NHTSA recall 03V496000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Hyundai Elantra and 1 more
Reported Dec 3, 20031,993 vehicles affectedHYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICOMaker’s number 061Built Jun 30, 2000 – Dec 15, 2002
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake tubes for the rear brakes can contact the steering gearbox mounting brackets.
The risk
Contact between the rear brake tubes and the steering gearbox mounting brackets may result in rear brake tube wear and corrosion, increasing the risk of brake fluid leakage. brake fluid leakage could result in reduced braking capability, which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will reposition the rear brake tubes, install brake tube clips, and apply anti-corrosion material to the rear brake tubes. Owner notification began january 22, 2004. owners should contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1-800-633-5151.