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SUMMARY:
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015 to March 14, 2016.
In the affected vehicles, if the primary hood latch has been released, and the vehicle is driven, the secondary hood latch may not hold adequately secure the hood to prevent it from opening while the vehicle is in motion.
CONSEQUENCE:
If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
REMEDY:
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch, free of charge.
The recall is expected to begin July 15, 2016.
Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
Hyundai’s number for this recall is 145.
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 to www.safercar.gov.
Check if your Hyundai has a Recall
I would like to replace the the hood safety catch on my Hyundai Tuscan 2017
Where would I get one and what price
Yours
Tom O Brien
You can check with the dealer to get the right part number, or maybe aftermarket auto parts sell them.