Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #13V489000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V489000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting model year 2009-2012 genesis vehicles manufactured april 30, 2008, through march 28, 2012 Includes 43,500 affected units, Brake Fluid may Corrode Brake Module, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2009-2012 genesis vehicles manufactured april 30, 2008, through march 28, 2012

Defect Summary

Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 genesis vehicles manufactured april 30, 2008, through march 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu).

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. hyundai will inspect the hecu module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. these repairs will be done free of charge. the recall began on december 24, 2013. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at consumeraffairs@hmausa.com. hyundai's recall number is 114.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V489000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2013-10-29T00:00:00
Subject: Brake fluid may corrode brake module
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 43,500

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 114
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Hyundai is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 genesis vehicles manufactured april 30, 2008, through march 28, 2012. The vehicles may contain brake fluid which does not protect against corrosion of the hydraulic electronic control unit (hecu).
Consequence Summary: If the module corrodes, reduced brake effectiveness may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners and instruct them to bring their vehicle to a dealer for service. hyundai will inspect the hecu module for proper operation, and will replace the modules as necessary. hyundai will replace the factory brake fluid in those vehicles that have not previously had the factory brake fluid replaced. these repairs will be done free of charge. the recall began on december 24, 2013. Owners may contact hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 or by email at consumeraffairs@hmausa.com. hyundai's recall number is 114.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 75.79

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NHTSA ID: 13V489000
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