Hyundai Recall 15V-864: Tires – sidewall

Affected: 2015 Hyundai Genesis. Filed with NHTSA on December 22, 2015, covering about 11,142 vehicles.

The problem

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Genesis vehicles manufactured March 3, 2014, to February 9, 2015, and equipped with Hankook Ventus S1 noble2 tires installed as original equipment. The affected tires may develop cracks in the tire sidewall, resulting in a loss of air.

The risk

Tire sidewall cracks could cause a rupture during use, resulting in a rapid air loss and loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 138.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign15V-864 (15V864000)
Manufacturer number138
ManufacturerHyundai Motor America
ComponentTires › Sidewall
Report dateDecember 22, 2015
Owners notifiedFebruary 19, 2016
Vehicles affected11,142
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the wheels & tires

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 15V-864 repair free?

Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the factory tires with tires of another brand, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 138.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 11,142 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.