Recall 94V103000: 1988–1989 Hyundai Excel

Report received

Jun 6, 1994

Manufacturer

Hyundai motor america

Potentially affected

270,000vehicles

Model years

1988–1989

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The heater control valve stem does not meet the material specifications. High coolant temperatures can cause the stem to leak.

Possible consequence

This can result in a burn injury to the front seat passenger's feet and legs.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace defective valve stems.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1988 Hyundai Excel43 complaints
• 1989 Hyundai Excel68 complaints