Recall 16V630 affects 9,700 2007-2008 Hyundai Azera vehicles because the power driver's seat can move unexpectedly. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 9,700 2007-2008 Azera sedans because the power-adjustable front driver's seat can move on its own while the vehicle is being driven. Unexpected seat movement can affect the driver's control of the vehicle and increase crash risk; the Hyundai dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The power-adjustable driver seat in the 2007-2008 Hyundai Azera uses an electric switch to move the seat forward, backward, up, down, and through other driver-position adjustments. That switch is supposed to respond only when the driver presses it. Once set, the seat should stay fixed so the driver keeps a stable reach to the pedals, steering wheel, and controls.
On affected Azeras, the small microswitch inside the power seat switch was not sealed well enough against moisture and other environmental exposure. That exposure can let the switch contacts short intermittently. When that happens, the seat switch can command movement without the driver's input, so the driver seat shifts while the vehicle is being driven.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign is the driver seat moving on its own, which means the switch has already failed to hold the seat position.
Who's affected?
Covers 2 Azera model years with the same power-adjust front seat assembly.
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 9,700 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Unintentional movement of the driver's seat can shift the driver's position and affect control of the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer for current recall instructions. Repair will be free at any franchised Hyundai dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2008 Hyundai Azera is included in this recall.
- Wait for Hyundai's owner notification before scheduling if your dealer says the remedy is not open for your VIN.
- Ask a franchised Hyundai dealer about the free power-adjustable-seat-switch replacement that fixes driver-seat movement without your input.
- Reference recall number 16V630 when you call Hyundai customer service or the dealer.
- Drive with care until the repair is complete, and stop driving if the driver seat moves while the vehicle is in motion.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Hyundai technician will replace the power-adjustable front driver seat switch. That switch controls the seat motor, and replacement is the recall remedy Hyundai identified for the Azera. The dealer repair will be free once it opens, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Hyundai's reimbursement plan covers eligible owners who already paid for this repair before the recall notice. Contact Hyundai customer service and ask what documentation the plan requires for a prior seat-switch repair.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 31, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 28, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| October 28, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 28, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 5, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V630?
Recall 16V630 covers 9,700 2007-2008 Hyundai Azera vehicles with a power-adjustable driver seat switch that can move the seat without driver input while the vehicle is being driven. Hyundai dealers replace the power-adjustable seat switch for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2008 Hyundai Azera is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Azera is included in recall 16V630. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the power-adjustable seat switch replacement. Reference recall number 16V630 or Hyundai recall number 150 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Hyundai dealers replace the power-adjustable seat switch free of charge. The recall repair began October 28, 2016.
What is the safety risk?
The driver seat can move without the driver's input while the vehicle is being driven. That movement can affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Hyundai Azera used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Azera is included, then call a franchised Hyundai dealer and reference recall number 16V630 or Hyundai recall number 150.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V630000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V630 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V630000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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