1990 Hyundai Excel Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1990 Hyundai Excel. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 93V192000Nov 23, 1993257,001 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline
  Covers: Hyundai Excel 1990–1994

  Reported issue: The vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

  Possible consequence: In the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can resultin a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

  Remedy: Hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.

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• 90V053000Mar 15, 19902,281 vehicles potentially affected
  Wheels › Hubcap/cover
  Covers: Hyundai Excel 1990, Mitsubishi Precis 1990

  Reported issue: Lock washer located under the nut that secures the front hub to the drive shaft may have had improper heat treatment and could crack.

  Possible consequence: This could cause wheel bearing freeplay and could result in bearing damage, and possible loss of vehicle control through wheel failure.

  Remedy: Replace lock washer on each front wheel and repair area around lock washer as necessary.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE94043Charging system failuresClosed · May 27, 1994
• EA92032Transmission malfunctionClosed · Oct 13, 1992
• EA91039Transmission lock-upClosed · Sep 24, 1991
• PE91053Passenger brakeClosed · Feb 26, 1991

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