971621JAA0 Hyundai / KIA ACTUATOR-INTAKE, Price: 37.44$, Weight: 0.098kg

HVAC Fresh Air/Recirculation Door Motor for Hyundai and Kia

This air intake flap actuator controls fresh air and recirculation in the cabin HVAC system. It’s essential for fast defogging, cleaner air, stable temperatures, and efficient A/C performance. Replaces the intake door motor used across many Hyundai/Kia models (OE ref 97162 1JAA0).

How it works ⚙️

A compact electric motor with reduction gears turns the air inlet flap by command from the climate control. An internal position sensor reports angle to the HVAC module, ensuring the flap moves precisely between Fresh and Recirc to balance airflow, temperature, and humidity.

Why you need it ️

Proper air path keeps the evaporator happy, removes condensation from the glass, limits odors, and reduces dust load on the cabin filter. It also lowers blower effort and keeps A/C cooling stable.

Signs of failure ⚠️

• Clicking near glovebox, or stuck Fresh/Recirc
• Foggy windows, weak defog performance
• Uneven airflow, noisy or pulsating fan
• Persistent cabin odors, higher A/C load

Install tips

Located behind the glovebox; 2–3 screws and a plug. Align the flap spindle before tightening. After install, cycle ignition and HVAC modes to self-calibrate (or perform scan-tool calibration). Always replace a dirty cabin filter.

Compatibility

• HB20
• Creta
• i20
• Accent
• Verna
• Solaris
• Venue
• i10
• i40
• Veloster
• Veloster N
• Kona
• Kona N
• Kona Hybrid
• Kauai
• Kauai N
• Kauai Hybrid
• Tucson
• Tucson Hybrid
• ix35
• Palisade
• Porter 2 Electric