The problem
Hyundai is recalling certain my 2001-2002 elantra vehicles. Movement of the side impact air bag wiring harness mounted under each front seat, possibly caused by contact from materials placed under the seat, May result in an electrical resistance that would cause supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light illumination.
The risk
This condition only relates to the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bags and May prevent seat mounted side impact air bag deployment during a crash where such deployment should occur. Non-deployment of the SRS air bags May increase the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger under certain crash conditions.
The fix
Dealers will install new side impact air bag wiring harness connector clips and revised side impact air bag wiring harness attachments under the driver's and front passenger's seats. The recall is expected to begin during the fourth quarter of 2008, and will be sent out in six mailings. Owners May contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 08V-533 (08V533000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 088 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive |
| Report date | October 14, 2008 |
| Owners notified | November 30, 2008 |
| Vehicles affected | 150,541 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 08V-533 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install new side impact air bag wiring harness connector clips and revised side impact air bag wiring harness attachments under the driver's and front passenger's seats.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 150,541 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.