The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the front seat belt May interfere with the manual seat back recliner knob and could cause the front manual seat back recliner to inadvertently release.
The risk
The inadvertent release of a front seat back recliner May result in injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix
Dealers will replace the manual seat back recliner knob(s) free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2005. Owners May contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-377 (05V377000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 072 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Seats › Front assembly › Recliner |
| Report date | August 29, 2005 |
| Owners notified | October 24, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 36,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seats
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-377 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the manual seat back recliner knob(s) free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2005. Owners May contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 36,000 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.