Parking sensor may short circuit and cause fire
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2012-2014 veloster vehicles. high conductive liquid may leak into the reverse park aid sensor (rpas), which can result in an electrical short circuit.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the rpas fuse and sensor, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 28, 2023. owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. hyundai's number for this recall is 242.
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FAQ: Recall 23V132000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V132000?
NHTSA recall 23V132000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on February 28, 2023. It addresses: Parking sensor may short circuit and cause fire. The recall affects approximately 25,715 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V132000 or the manufacturer campaign number 242. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.