Recall/Free Tire Replacement???

[ksoze]

No April fools joke. The reason to destory the original tires might have more than one rational behind it.

The main reason may be for them to write-off the loss, for that they need to have been destroyed.

The actual decision to even select new tires is still a little suspect, but either way, Hyundai will take a hit on the switch and to salvage any benefit, the old tires likely need to have no value.

 

[DRS]

I wonder if C/D is going to derate the V6 to 130 MPH because Hyundai is shaving cost on the tire? It seems short sighted when they brag on Lotus consulting on the Genesis.

C/D should mention that. Good point. So should others in the media. Especially if from now on, all V6 have H rated tires and the limiter set to 130... Hey, why not set it to S speed or 112? Why, some in here who mock high speeds, should be happier with that. Hyundai could then install Goodyear Comfort Tread models. After all, why have speeds past 75? Are vinyl roofs and opera windows right around the corner as options?

 

[DRS]

Assuming that this is not a late April fool's joke - it confirms everything I have said to the effect that the tire swapout was a lawyer driven scheme.

Lawsuits involving alleged tire failure are costing the "deep pockets" companies millions of dollars and are not well publicized because of gag orders.

Clearly, they want those old tires trashed.


My new Conti's work fine - better ride on the crappy roads in N. VA.

Your intuition on the backdrop reason makes sense, based on law suit culture. Glad you like the new ones ok. And they these still carry the speed ratings, with no limiter resets...

 

[greekgeek]

???

Just kidding around, some folks here insist that by offering a choice to keep their Hankooks or accept free tires with a lower speed rating Hyundai is somehow losing credibility. Also that the tires are not free.

I can see how a prospective buyer might be disappointed at not having the option of Hankooks and higher speed governor, but for all the owners' griping about being given a choice to wear out their hankooks for three years and then trade in the carcass for new rubber, it just sounds like sour grapes.

 

[kn5owa]

Your intuition on the backdrop reason makes sense, based on law suit culture. Glad you like the new ones ok. And they these still carry the speed ratings, with no limiter resets...

Can somebody explain the situation involving "speed governor's" and the tire recall? I don't think it applies to my car (5.0 V8) but, if it did, and somebody monkeyed around with the engine, I think I would tell them to keep the whole d*** car

 

[dareckibmw]

Now, when I think about it....I wonder why they're replacing those engine (for some people, due to an oil consumption) with another V8 5.0 and why not with v6? it's just the engine and it's FREE, right ??!!! would you be O.K. with that? ......I don't think so.

 

[C-130Geek]

Has anyone seen the Michelins on new Genesis V6. Just curious, will the factory installed Genesis V6 be governed to 130? Will dealers know/admit? Will it have an impact on Insurance?

 

[ksoze]

Can somebody explain the situation involving "speed governor's" and the tire recall? I don't think it applies to my car (5.0 V8) but, if it did, and somebody monkeyed around with the engine, I think I would tell them to keep the whole d*** car

The OE tires supplied (Hankook) had a speed rating on the tires which was at or greater than the cars limited top speed. The replacement tires have a lower speed rating which is now below the cars top speed, forcing the cars top speed to be lowered below the speed rating of the new tires.

The V8 tires are both W rated and do would not require any speed modifications as they exceed the cars current limit.

 

[kn5owa]

The OE tires supplied (Hankook) had a speed rating on the tires which was at or greater than the cars limited top speed. The replacement tires have a lower speed rating which is now below the cars top speed, forcing the cars top speed to be lowered below the speed rating of the new tires.

The V8 tires are both W rated and do would not require any speed modifications as they exceed the cars current limit.

Just checked - my new conti's have "96W" next to the size. One more reason I'm glad I got the 5.0.

I assume they go in thru the OBD port to do these "speed modifications". And, again, the situation has "lawyers" written all over it.

 

[amartz]

And, again, the situation has "lawyers" written all over it.

How long do you think it would take some slick lawyer to convince a jury that Hyundai (read "Deep Pockets") was negligent by putting tires on a car that weren't up to the performance of the car?? (Even if he was only going 35mph at the time! ;-) )

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[Monolith2001]

C/D should mention that. Good point. So should others in the media. Especially if from now on, all V6 have H rated tires and the limiter set to 130... Hey, why not set it to S speed or 112? Why, some in here who mock high speeds, should be happier with that. Hyundai could then install Goodyear Comfort Tread models. After all, why have speeds past 75? Are vinyl roofs and opera windows right around the corner as options?

I feel your passion and love the straw man arguments. Keep'em coming!

 

[kn5owa]

The problem that I would have with this so-called speed adjustment is the effect on other parameters - I doubt that it's as simple as "dialing in" a max. speed.

I would have the car/engine performance tested before I consented to something like this. And then, there's always the possibility of human error which, in my experience, is quite high at dealers.

Lastly, if I really thought new tires were required, I would get them myself before subjecting the car to what is actually engine tampering.

 

[kk in ct]

I'm at the dealer right now getting my tail light recall done. I had asked about the tire replacement when setting up my appointment last week and they had no idea what I was talking about. I asked again when I checked in today and there it was in their computer. The service manager showed me his bulletin which had pictures of the entire process including where to drill the holes in the old tires. So if they have them in stock I'll get it taken care of today. No more flat spotting then. I have not received my letter yet in the mail.

 

[acecert]

I also have V8 and will be getting both the recall for the rear sealing of the lights completed and the new tires tomorrow. The dealer actually told me about the tire recall as I haven't visited the forum lately much so I'm having both recalls done at the same time.

 

[kn5owa]

I also have V8 and will be getting both the recall for the rear sealing of the lights completed and the new tires tomorrow. The dealer actually told me about the tire recall as I haven't visited the forum lately much so I'm having both recalls done at the same time.

You are lucky - the 5.0 genny's don't get any engine tweaking - apparently because the replacement continental tires are "W" rated (W=fast=168MPH).

 

[kk in ct]

So I found out at the dealer today that they had to order the replacement tires specifically for my vehicle. Apparently it's quite a complicated process they have to follow in order to get paid for the labor to complete the replacement. Drilling the holes in the tires is part of that process - so unless your dealer is willing to do the swap without getting reimbursed by Hyundai, it appears you can't get your tires back - at least without holes in them. So my tires are on order and they will call me when they get them in.

The oil change and tail light recall work took just over an hour to complete. So not too bad.

 

[alee20]

My letter states the replacement tires are Michelin MXM4. I am not sure if I should switch tires or not since the car has less than 3k miles and we live in sunny Florida. Any recommendations? Thanks.

 

[DRS]

Can somebody explain the situation involving "speed governor's" and the tire recall? I don't think it applies to my car (5.0 V8) but, if it did, and somebody monkeyed around with the engine, I think I would tell them to keep the whole d*** car

The copy of the letter up above spoke of speed limit changes by Hyundai on the V6 only. And I agree with your outlook regarding this attempt with those who have V8.

 

[DRS]

just checked - my new conti's have "96w" next to the size. One more reason i'm glad i got the 5.0.

I assume they go in thru the obd port to do these "speed modifications". And, again, the situation has "lawyers" written all over it.

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[DRS]

Now, when I think about it....I wonder why they're replacing those engine (for some people, due to an oil consumption) with another V8 5.0 and why not with v6? it's just the engine and it's FREE, right ??!!! would you be O.K. with that? ......I don't think so.

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