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1994 Hyundai Excel

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

the vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

Corrective Action

in the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can resultin a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

Recall Notes

hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.

1994 Hyundai Excel

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

in some vehicles, the manufacturer's protective internal coating of the electronic crank angle sensor does not meet specifications, which can cause an open circuit at high operating temperatures. this can cause the vehicle to stall.

Corrective Action

engine stalling has the potential to result in a vehicle crash if it occurs while the vehicle is moving.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the crank angle sensor to determine whether the sensor is involved in the recall, and replace any sensor found with the defective internal coating.

1993 Hyundai Excel

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

the vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

Corrective Action

in the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can resultin a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

Recall Notes

hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.

1992 Hyundai Excel

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

the vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

Corrective Action

in the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can resultin a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

Recall Notes

hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.

1991 Hyundai Excel

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

the vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

Corrective Action

in the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can resultin a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

Recall Notes

hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.

1990 Hyundai Excel

Component

Wheels:Center Section

Consequence of Defect

lock washer located under the nut that secures the front hub to the drive shaft may have had improper heat treatment and could crack.

Corrective Action

this could cause wheel bearing freeplay and could result in bearing damage, and possible loss of vehicle control through wheel failure.

Recall Notes

replace lock washer on each front wheel and repair area around lock washer as necessary.

1990 Hyundai Excel

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

the vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

Corrective Action

in the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can resultin a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

Recall Notes

hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.

1989 Hyundai Excel

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission

Consequence of Defect

the manual transmissions may lock up from insufficient lubrication of the gears in the transmission case. this can cause the drive wheels to seize and the vehicle to come to a sudden stop.

Corrective Action

sudden stops without prior warning can cause vehicleoccupants to be thrown around in the car, and cause loss of vehicle controlwhich could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

hyundai will perform a cost free transmission oil change.

1989 Hyundai Excel

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

if cruise control main switch is in the on position when engine is started, system can be affected by a short duration voltage drop caused by optional hi-power (h340) radio.

Corrective Action

this could cause erratic cruise control operation, whichcould result in an accident.

Recall Notes

replace electronic control module.

1989 Hyundai Excel

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the heater control valve stem does not meet the material specifications. high coolant temperatures can cause the stem to leak.

Corrective Action

this can result in a burn injury to the front seat passenger's feet and legs.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and replace defective valve stems.

1989 Hyundai Excel

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

deterioration of the reed valve subassembly may lead to a malfunction within the secondary air supply portion of the emission control system. the screws which attach the reeds to the reed valve subassembly may rust, and if the rusting becomes severe, the screw heads will erode and allow the reeds to separate from the reed valve subassembly. corrosion may also occur on the reed valve subassembly, deforming the reed seats and preventing the reeds from closing properly. separation of the reeds from the reed valve subassembly or improper closing of the reeds allow hot exhaust gases to flow backward into the plastic secondary air filter case when the vehicle is being driven. these hot exhaust gases may melt the secondary plastic air filter case.

Corrective Action

the melting plastic air filter case may lead to a firein the engine compartment.

Recall Notes

replace the reed valve subassembly with one whose metal components are fabricated from corrosion resistant stainless steel.

1988 Hyundai Excel

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission

Consequence of Defect

the manual transmissions may lock up from insufficient lubrication of the gears in the transmission case. this can cause the drive wheels to seize and the vehicle to come to a sudden stop.

Corrective Action

sudden stops without prior warning can cause vehicleoccupants to be thrown around in the car, and cause loss of vehicle controlwhich could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

hyundai will perform a cost free transmission oil change.

1988 Hyundai Excel

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

if cruise control main switch is in the on position when engine is started, system can be affected by a short duration voltage drop caused by optional hi-power (h340) radio.

Corrective Action

this could cause erratic cruise control operation, whichcould result in an accident.

Recall Notes

replace electronic control module.

1988 Hyundai Excel

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the heater control valve stem does not meet the material specifications. high coolant temperatures can cause the stem to leak.

Corrective Action

this can result in a burn injury to the front seat passenger's feet and legs.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and replace defective valve stems.

1988 Hyundai Excel

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

deterioration of the reed valve subassembly may lead to a malfunction within the secondary air supply portion of the emission control system. the screws which attach the reeds to the reed valve subassembly may rust, and if the rusting becomes severe, the screw heads will erode and allow the reeds to separate from the reed valve subassembly. corrosion may also occur on the reed valve subassembly, deforming the reed seats and preventing the reeds from closing properly. separation of the reeds from the reed valve subassembly or improper closing of the reeds allow hot exhaust gases to flow backward into the plastic secondary air filter case when the vehicle is being driven. these hot exhaust gases may melt the secondary plastic air filter case.

Corrective Action

the melting plastic air filter case may lead to a firein the engine compartment.

Recall Notes

replace the reed valve subassembly with one whose metal components are fabricated from corrosion resistant stainless steel.

1987 Hyundai Excel

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads

Consequence of Defect

vehicle may fail to conform to the brake fade and recovery portion of fmvss 105.

Corrective Action

there may be a loss of braking efficiency duringrepeated hard application of brakes which could result in a crash without priorwarning.

Recall Notes

replace front brake pads with newly designed semi metallic brake pads.

1987 Hyundai Excel

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission

Consequence of Defect

the manual transmissions may lock up from insufficient lubrication of the gears in the transmission case. this can cause the drive wheels to seize and the vehicle to come to a sudden stop.

Corrective Action

sudden stops without prior warning can cause vehicleoccupants to be thrown around in the car, and cause loss of vehicle controlwhich could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

hyundai will perform a cost free transmission oil change.

1987 Hyundai Excel

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

if cruise control main switch is in the on position when engine is started, system can be affected by a short duration voltage drop caused by optional hi-power (h340) radio.

Corrective Action

this could cause erratic cruise control operation, whichcould result in an accident.

Recall Notes

replace electronic control module.

1987 Hyundai Excel

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

deterioration of the reed valve subassembly may lead to a malfunction within the secondary air supply portion of the emission control system. the screws which attach the reeds to the reed valve subassembly may rust, and if the rusting becomes severe, the screw heads will erode and allow the reeds to separate from the reed valve subassembly. corrosion may also occur on the reed valve subassembly, deforming the reed seats and preventing the reeds from closing properly. separation of the reeds from the reed valve subassembly or improper closing of the reeds allow hot exhaust gases to flow backward into the plastic secondary air filter case when the vehicle is being driven. these hot exhaust gases may melt the secondary plastic air filter case.

Corrective Action

the melting plastic air filter case may lead to a firein the engine compartment.

Recall Notes

replace the reed valve subassembly with one whose metal components are fabricated from corrosion resistant stainless steel.

1986 Hyundai Excel

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads

Consequence of Defect

vehicle may fail to conform to the brake fade and recovery portion of fmvss 105.

Corrective Action

there may be a loss of braking efficiency duringrepeated hard application of brakes which could result in a crash without priorwarning.

Recall Notes

replace front brake pads with newly designed semi metallic brake pads.

1986 Hyundai Excel

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission

Consequence of Defect

the manual transmissions may lock up from insufficient lubrication of the gears in the transmission case. this can cause the drive wheels to seize and the vehicle to come to a sudden stop.

Corrective Action

sudden stops without prior warning can cause vehicleoccupants to be thrown around in the car, and cause loss of vehicle controlwhich could result in an accident.

Recall Notes

hyundai will perform a cost free transmission oil change.

1986 Hyundai Excel

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

if cruise control main switch is in the on position when engine is started, system can be affected by a short duration voltage drop caused by optional hi-power (h340) radio.

Corrective Action

this could cause erratic cruise control operation, whichcould result in an accident.

Recall Notes

replace electronic control module.

1986 Hyundai Excel

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

a cotter pin in the brake pedal to brake master cylinder linkage assembly may be missing. this pin acts as a retainer for the brake master cylinder pushrod clevis pin. consequence of defect: the clevis pin may slide out causing the master cylinder/brake pedal linkage to become disengaged. if this linkage becomes disengaged the service brakes cannot be applied, creating the risk of a crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

inspect and install brake linkage cotter pin as necessary.

1986 Hyundai Excel

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

deterioration of the reed valve subassembly may lead to a malfunction within the secondary air supply portion of the emission control system. the screws which attach the reeds to the reed valve subassembly may rust, and if the rusting becomes severe, the screw heads will erode and allow the reeds to separate from the reed valve subassembly. corrosion may also occur on the reed valve subassembly, deforming the reed seats and preventing the reeds from closing properly. separation of the reeds from the reed valve subassembly or improper closing of the reeds allow hot exhaust gases to flow backward into the plastic secondary air filter case when the vehicle is being driven. these hot exhaust gases may melt the secondary plastic air filter case.

Corrective Action

the melting plastic air filter case may lead to a firein the engine compartment.

Recall Notes

replace the reed valve subassembly with one whose metal components are fabricated from corrosion resistant stainless steel.