NHTSA Recall 00V259002: Electrical system: wiring
HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,421 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Hyundai Caribbean Elantra.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V259002 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | November 8, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 18, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: some sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter v-6 engines and all elantra model vehicles may have experienced intermittent low-speed engine stalling, which could occur if the maf (mass air flow) sensor electrical signal is interrupted as a result of engine vibration transmitted to the maf sensor connector wiring harness.
Safety risk
This condition can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will re-route the maf sensor connector wiring harness.
Notes
Owner notification began november 18, 2000.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 caribbean at 1-787-251-8715. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V259002
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.