NHTSA recall 05V177000
Electronic stability control › Automatic (asc)
Hyundai Tucson
Reported Apr 27, 2005349 vehicles affectedHYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICOMaker’s number 068Built Jul 30, 2004 – Feb 27, 2005
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with electronic stability program (esp), the yaw rate sensor may become too sensitive and may recalibrate inaccurately. while driving the esp program may cause the engine to reduce power and may cause a brake at one of the wheels to be inappropriately.
The risk
Brake application caused by inadvertent esp activation may result in loss of control and a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit. the recall IS expected to begin during may 2005. owners may contact hyundai de puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.