NHTSA Recall 05V377000: Recliner (seats)
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 36,000 vehicles. It affects 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V377000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 072 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | August 29, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the front seat belt may interfere with the manual seat back recliner knob and could cause the front manual seat back recliner to inadvertently release.
Safety risk
The inadvertent release of a front seat back recliner may result in injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the manual seat back recliner knob(s) free of charge. The recall began on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Notes
Hyundai recall no. 072.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V377000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata | 2006 |
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.