Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #20V061000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V061000 by Hyundai Motor America. Affecting 2007-2010 elantra and 2009-2011 elantra touring vehicles Includes 476,111 affected units, ABS Module May Short Circuit, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2007-2010 elantra and 2009-2011 elantra touring vehicles

Defect Summary

Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 elantra and 2009-2011 elantra touring vehicles. on february 21, 2020 hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 entourage and 2007 santa fe vehicles. moisture may enter the anti-lock brake (abs) module and result in an electrical short.

Corrective Action

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an abs short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. the recall began april 2, 2020. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 188.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V061000
Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America
Report Received Date: 2020-02-04T00:00:00
Subject: Abs module may short circuit
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 476,111

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 188
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2007-2010 elantra and 2009-2011 elantra touring vehicles. on february 21, 2020 hyundai expanded the recall to include 46,425 model year 2007-2008 entourage and 2007 santa fe vehicles. moisture may enter the anti-lock brake (abs) module and result in an electrical short.
Consequence Summary: An electrical short within the abs module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the car is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the vehicle's main junction box to prevent the risk of an abs short-circuit while the car is turned off, free of charge. the recall began april 2, 2020. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 188.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 43.18

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NHTSA ID: 20V061000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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