The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 2.7 liter v-6 engines, improperly manufactured crankshaft position sensors (cps) were installed. The cps cases were improperly manufactured and did not meet dimensional specifications. Internal gaps within the cases allowed epoxy to contact the printed circuit board, which resulted in cracking of the printed circuit board capacitor.
The risk
A damaged cps capacitor could result in engine stalling.
The fix
Dealers will replace the cps. Owner notification began on March 10, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Hyundai at 1-800-829-9956.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-030 (03V030000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 049 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Electrical system › Starter assembly |
| Report date | January 2, 2003 |
| Owners notified | March 10, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 25,643 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-030 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the cps. Owner notification began on March 10, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Hyundai at…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 25,643 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.