NHTSA Recall 14V245000: Air bags
Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 137,500 vehicles. It affects 2011–2014 Hyundai Tucson.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V245000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 118 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Report received | May 13, 2014 |
| Owner notification | May 9, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Hyundai Tucson vehicles manufactured January 3, 2011, through December 23, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the air bag assembly installed in the steering wheel may come loose from its mounting.
Safety risk
An air bag assembly that is not properly mounted may result in an increased risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts that secure the driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 118.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V245000
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.