Recalls: Hyundai TQ-W iMax
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 TQ-W iMax
2009 Hyundai TQ-W iMax: throttle cable
In March 2010, a recall was issued for Hyundai TQ-W iMax models fitted with the 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and manufactured from 28 April 2009 to 30 June 2009. In these vehicles, a polymer sleeve was omitted from the throttle cables which could restrict the movement of the cable to control the actuation of the engine throttle. This interference could increase the effort required for pedal operation and, in some instances, the driveability of the vehicle. The recalled vehicles had VINs in the following ranges (PRA 2010/11464):
- KMFWBH7RR9U160868 to KMFWBH7RR9U167303;
- KMFWBX7RLAU172878 to KMFWBX7RLAU173548;
- KMHWH81RMAU173007 to KMHWH81RMAU173272; and,
- KMHWH81RR9U159984 to KMHWH81RR9U167301.
2018 Hyundai TQ-W iMax: defective locking mechanism for sliding rear door
In December 2018, recall campaign 80C050 was issued for Hyundai TQ-W iMax vehicles that were available for sale in Australia from 6 March 2018 to 20 April 2018. In some of these vehicles, the locking mechanism on the rear sliding door may be defective and therefore unable to hold the door open. Furthermore, when the vehicle was on a forward incline, the holding mechanism could fail – this could cause the door to slide forward and slam shut. If the locking mechanism failed and the doors slide shut, it could result in serious bodily injury to a person. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/17196.
Problems and faults: Hyundai TQ-W iMax
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 TQ-W iMax: brake lights could stop working
In June 2012, a technical service bulletin was issued due to a faulty switch terminal which could cause the brake lights to stop working. If the terminal was faulty, a warning light would illuminate on the dashboard. However, a faulty terminal could also cause the engine not to start and the cruise control function to stop working; for models with automatic transmissions, the driver may also be unable to shift the transmission lever from or into park. To fix, the switch terminal was to be replaced with a newer version.
2008-10 Hyundai TQ-W iMax: excessive play in inner rack ends/track rod bushes
For Hyundai TQ-V iMax vehicles manufactured in 2010 or earlier, excessive play or movement could develop in both side inner rack ends/track rod bushes. If this occurred, the driver may notice a knocking noise from the suspension or steering. To address this problem, Hyundai introduced a ‘product improvement’ to the inner rack end/track rod and a modification to the ball joint during 2010 production. Despite these changes, however, part numbers were unchanged –
- Left inner rack end: # 57724-4H000; and,
- Right inner rack end: # 57724-4H100.
2010 Hyundai TQ-W iMax: leak from rear washer reservoir
In 2011, Hyundai initiated a service campaign for Hyundai TQ-W iMax vehicles that was manufactured from 1 April 2010 to 30 April 2010. In these vehicles, fluid may leak from the rear washer reservoir due to abnormal formation of the outlet hole. For affected vehicles, the rear washer reservoir was to be inspected for fluid leakage (from the surrounding area of the outlet hole with the rubber seal and electric motor). If there was a fluid leak, the reservoir assembly was to be replaced (part no. 98950-4H000QQH).
