2012 Hyundai Equus Recalls

1. Recall Description

   Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2012 Genesis vehicles manufactured August 1, 2011, to April 30, 2012, and 2011-2013 Equus vehicles manufactured July 10, 2011, to June 12, 2012. The windshield wiper motor cover seal on the affected vehicles may degrade allowing corrosion on the wiper motor''s circuit board. The corrosion can cause intermittent or total loss of wiper function.

   Possible Effects

   Inoperative wipers during inclement weather can decrease driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Action

   Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor cover and seal, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai''s number for this recall is 140.

   Notes

   Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

   Recall Manufacture Dates

   2011-07-10 - 2012-06-12

   Vehicles Affected

   18700