The problem
One or both of the rear suspension lower spring seats are not securely attached to the shock absorber and can slide lower onto the shock absorber than intended. The rear spring would no longer function to support the vehicle body at its normal height.
The risk
Loss of rear spring support can increase the potential for a vehicle accident if it occurs while the vehicle is moving.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine whether the rear shock absorbers are from the suspect production. If the shock absorbers are from the suspect production, the shock absorber/spring seat assemblies will be replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-163 (95V163000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber |
| Report date | August 23, 1995 |
| Owners notified | August 30, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 356 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-163 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine whether the rear shock absorbers are from the suspect production. If the shock absorbers are from the suspect production, the shock absorber/spring seat assemblies will be replaced.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 356 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.