The problem
On certain vehicles, if the front passenger seat is unoccupied or is occupied by someone lighter than 56.4 pounds, the passenger air bag is deactivated and will not deploy if a crash occurs. However, the occupant classification sensor May incorrectly interpret that a seated adult is an infant seat and deactivate the passenger air bag if someone heavier than 56.4 pounds who is seated with one leg resting on the outboard or inboard edge of the seat; with legs spread; or positioned off-center toward the center console and with his or her arm leaning on the console.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the air bag May not deploy, possibly resulting in serious injury to the right front passenger.
The fix
The occupant classification sensor will be reprogrammed.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-322 (03V322000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 062 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Air bags |
| Report date | August 26, 2003 |
| Owners notified | August 12, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 75 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-322 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: The occupant classification sensor will be reprogrammed.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 75 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.