BEIJING - Hyundai Motor Group (China) Ltd will recall 597 vehicles in China starting on May 1, China's quality watchdog said on Friday.

The recall will involve imported Equus models produced between July 10, 2011 and June 12, 2012 and imported Rohens sedans produced between Aug 1, 2011 and April 30, 2012, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine said in an online statement.

Faulty wipers in these vehicles may block the view of drivers and cause safety problems, it said.

The manufacturers will offer free inspections and replace the defective parts in the recalled cars.

Hyundai Motor Group (China) Ltd is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Group, a leading car producer of the Republic of Korea.