The urgent recall affects 2011 Hyundai i30 and Elantra models.
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The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced the recall of 14 Hyundai vehicles in South Africa over a potential safety defect involving the driver’s airbag system.
The recall affects the Hyundai i30 (FD) and Elantra HD models distributed in 2011. According to Hyundai Automotive South Africa, the driver’s airbag unit in the affected vehicles may not function correctly, creating a potential safety risk in the event of a collision.
"Consumers who no longer own the affected vehicles are encouraged to inform Hyundai Customer Care to assist in tracing the current owners," the NCC said.
The consumer watchdog added that owners of affected vehicles should urgently arrange for inspections and repairs at authorised Hyundai dealerships, where all corrective work will be carried out free of charge.
"Owners of these vehicles are urged to take this recall seriously and arrange for the necessary inspection and repair at their nearest authorised Hyundai dealerships," the NCC added.
"All corrective work relating to this recall will be carried out at no cost to the consumer. Consumers who have questions or enquiries about this recall are encouraged to contact [email protected]."
Last month, IOL also reported that the National Consumer Commission (NCC) has recalled over 100 Land Rover Defender and Jaguar I-Pace vehicles due to safety concerns.
According to the NCC spokesperson, Pheto Ntaba, the recalls are due to potential defects that may affect vehicle safety systems and battery performance.
“According to the supplier, the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may contain a weld stud of insufficient strength due to material contamination during manufacturing. This defect could prevent the seatbelt from working correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants,” Ntaba said.
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