Vehicle recall 96V113000 · July 1, 1996

1995-1996 Hyundai Accent

Through contact with road hazards and curbs, the lower control arm assembly can shift from its original position.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Through contact with road hazards and curbs, the lower control arm assembly can shift from its original position.
Consequence: The shifted location can result in improper wheel alignment and increased steering effort increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the lower control arm member assembly attachment to the underbody.
Notes: System: suspension; control arm; lower. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles sold and operated in puerto rico. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during August 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Hyundai de puerto rico at 1-800-981-0188.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 96V113000
Reported to NHTSA: July 1, 1996
Filed by: HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Owner notification: August 3, 1996
Vehicles potentially affected: 23,070
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm

Recall 96V113000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Hyundai Accent (1995-1996): 1996, 1995

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