NHTSA Recall 08V429000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 65,000 vehicles. It affects 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V429000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | August 25, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Hyundai is recalling 65,000 my 2008 elantra vehicles with 2.0 liter beta engines. The fuel pump motor may not have the proper uniform internal electrical surface contact. This may cause the fuel pump to produce less pumping pressure than required to supply the fuel injection system.
Safety risk
Poor engine starting and hesitation may result. Other engine performance issues may also result increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump subassembly free of charge. The recall began on september 15, 2008. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Notes
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 08V429000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Elantra | 2008 |
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.