Recalls: Hyundai HP Terracan
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Hyundai HP Terracan
- In December 2001, a recall was issued for Hyundai HP Terracan vehicles due to the insufficient length of the cruise control. As a result, there was a possibility that the accelerator could cause the vehicle to autonomously increase speed (PRA 2001/5118).
- In March 2002, a recall was issued for Hyundai HP Terracan models fitted with 3.5-litre V6 petrol engines manufactured from 1 August 2001 to 21 January 2002 because they were not affixed with a label specifying ‘Unleaded Fuel Use Only’ (PRA 2002/5224).
- In January 2006, a recall was issued for Hyundai HP Terracan vehicles due to front brake disc rotors having insufficient thickness between the flange and friction surface; in extreme conditions, this could result in cracking, abnormal noise and reduced braking performance (PRA 2006/8256). The recalled vehicles had VINs in the range:
- KMHNM81CR4U141591 to KMHNM81CR5U173883; and,
- KMHNM81XR4U143152 to KMHNM81XR5U174350.
Problems and faults: Hyundai HP Terracan
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Hyundai HP Terracan with automatic transmission: reduced engine power
For Hyundai HP Terracan vehicles with automatic transmissions, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) relating to the brake pedal switch or accelerator pedal sensor can occur if the driver depresses the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time. If the engine control unit (ECU) receives a brake signal while the accelerator is applied, fuel rail pressure is reduced to limit engine power.
Reduced engine power, however, can also be caused by a faulty brake pedal switch or circuit. The brake pedal switch normally has an open contact and a closed contact. If the contact which is normally closed is faulty or has a poor earth connection, the ECU interpret will this as the brakes being applied and therefore reduce engine power.
Hyundai HP Terracan: no drive to front wheels
If the Hyundai Terracan’s four-wheel drive system is engaged but no drive is transmitted to the front wheels, the vacuum actuator on the front axle could have a leak. The front axle has a ‘Centre Axle Disconnect’ mechanism which connects the right hand axle when 4WD was engaged. If the diaphragm leaked, however, the front axle would not engage. Using a vacuum pump, the actuator on the front axle could be tested for leaks.
Hyundai HP Terracan: EGR fault codes
A leaking diaphragm on the Hyundai Terracan’s front axle ‘Centre Axle Disconnect’ actuator could cause exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) to be logged. Since the EGR valve was operated by a vacuum, leaks elsewhere in the system could affect its performance.
Hyundai HP Terracan: shudder from rear differential
When on slight lock, the driver may experience a shudder through the vehicle that is caused by the rear limited slip differential. This may be rectified by changing the diff oil (Mobil limited slip diff oil was recommended), though it could take up to 1500 km after the oil change to eliminate the shudder.
If the shudder was not rectified by changing the diff oil, then the limited slip diff assembly (and two side bearings) would have to be replaced.
Hyundai HP Terracan: steering knock or rattle
For the Hyundai Terracan, a rattling noise or knock from the steering column area could be due to the steering joint that extended from the firewall to the steering box.
