Is the 2001 HYUNDAI Elantra safe to drive?

The 2001 HYUNDAI Elantra has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW recall for the 2001 HYUNDAI Elantra? (Campaign #00V332000)

Your vehicle's side airbag sensors are like the eyes that help your airbags deploy in a crash. Unfortunately, these sensors were made incorrectly, so your airbag warning light might be on, and your side airbags might not work when you need them most. If you're in a crash and the side airbags don't deploy, you could be at a higher risk of injury, especially to your chest or head. Your dealership will replace the faulty sensors with new ones, free of charge. This fix is crucial for your safety, so schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.

NHTSA Campaign 00V332000 Recall Details

Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

What Happened

Your vehicle's side airbag sensors are like the eyes that help your airbags deploy in a crash. Unfortunately, these sensors were made incorrectly, so your airbag warning light might be on, and your side airbags might not work when you need them most.

Risk if Unfixed

If you're in a crash and the side airbags don't deploy, you could be at a higher risk of injury, especially to your chest or head.

Free Fix

Your dealership will replace the faulty sensors with new ones, free of charge. This fix is crucial for your safety, so schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.

Campaign 00V332000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Affected Vehicles