CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these Hyundai vehicles may leak brake fluid internally. The leak can cause an electrical short, which may start a fire in the engine compartment while the vehicle is parked or being driven.
An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury. Until the recall repair is completed, owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, such as buildings and garages.
Dealers will replace the ABS fuse free of charge. Owners who received a notification letter (mailed April 10, 2024 through October 11, 2024) can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460, referencing recall number 251. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
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