The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The evaporative emission control systems can apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. If excessive vacuum is applied, minor fuel tank distortion can result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The "check engine" light would then illuminate and, in some cases, the vehicle driver May notice a gasoline odor.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will pressure check the vehicle's fuel tank to determine if it has cracked. If the fuel tank has cracked, it will be replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V095002 (00V095002) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | July 21, 2000 |
| Owners notified | September 18, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,111 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V095002 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will pressure check the vehicle's fuel tank to determine if it has cracked. If the fuel tank has cracked, it will be replaced.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,111 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.