How to Handle a Car Recall in Decatur, IL

What Should I Do if My Hyundai Is Recalled?

Your safety is a top priority for the Hyundai brand and Bob Brady Hyundai. If a recall is ever issued for your vehicle, our team will do everything we can to make the verification and repair process a breeze.

What is a Recall?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sets a strict safety standard for the vehicles, parts, and accessories allowed on American roadways. Every brand strives to design vehicles that comply with the regulations set by the administration; however, on rare occasions, defects might occur during the manufacturing process. When that happens, the NHTSA requires the manufacturer to issue a recall, or the automaker will voluntarily issue a recall if they notice a defect. In either case, the manufacturer takes full responsibility for rectifying the issue at no cost to the vehicle owner.

How to Get Recall Repairs in Decatur, IL

Getting recall repairs in Decatur, IL, is a simple two-step process.

1. Start by verifying that your vehicle has been recalled. If you purchased a new or pre-owned Hyundai from an authorized dealership, you'll be notified by mail, and if you use MyHyundai with Hyundai Bluelink, you will likely be notified through the app as well. If you don’t receive a notification and you think your vehicle might be subject to a recall, use your vehicle identification number and the NHTSA’s searchable online database to check your vehicle’s recall status.
2. When you’ve verified that your vehicle has been recalled, contact a local authorized dealership, like Bob Brady Hyundai. Our team will go over all the details of the recall, including what parts are affected, the risks they pose to you, and your repair options. Then, the experts in our service and parts department will complete the repairs using OEM parts that maintain your vehicle's warranty if applicable. The repairs will be completed at no cost to you.

When your repairs are complete, we recommend that you keep all documentation associated with the recall for future reference. You may need it if the issue recurs or when it’s time to trade in your vehicle.

If you have a current recall on your Hyundai vehicle, call us immediately for quality repairs.