NHTSA Recall 16V348000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 81,000 vehicles. It affects 2016 Hyundai Tucson.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V348000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 145 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HOOD › LATCH |
| Report received | May 24, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 11, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tucson vehicles manufactured May 19, 2015 to March 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, if the primary hood latch has been released, and the vehicle is driven, the secondary hood latch may not hold adequately secure the hood to prevent it from opening while the vehicle is in motion.
Safety risk
If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch cannot secure the hood, the hood may unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 145.
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 16V348000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson | 2016 |
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.