NHTSA investigationRQ00017
Investigation RQ00017: 1997–1998 Hyundai Accent
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Sep 16, 2000
- Closed
- Oct 20, 2000
- Model years
- 1997–1998
Subject
Fuel tank cracking
Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Summary
There is no summary currently available
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1998 Hyundai Accent47 complaints
- 1997 Hyundai Accent55 complaints
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