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2012 HYUNDAI Accent

2 recalls Risk Grade: C Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #23V651000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in your vehicle is the computer that helps your brakes stop smoothly. In some 2010-2015 Hyundai models, this computer could leak brake fluid and cause a short circuit, which can lead to a serious fire in the engine compartment.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could cause a fire in the engine area while you're parked or driving, potentially increasing the risk of injury or burns.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the faulty ABS fuse for free, so be sure to schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice. In the meantime, park your vehicle outside and away from any nearby buildings to minimize risks.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Original — 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.
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Moderate #20V393000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The 12V accessory socket outlet in your Hyundai is a power outlet for accessories like tire inflators or phone chargers. In some cases, it might have been installed too tightly, which could cause it to overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the outlet overheats, it could catch fire, posing a serious risk to you and your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the faulty outlet with a safer, direct connection to the battery, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the fix as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.
Original — Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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