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 is a crucial part that helps your brakes work properly. In your 2011-2015 Hyundai, it could leak brake fluid and cause a fire in the engine compartment while you're parked or driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could get burned by the fire or your car could be damaged. This is a serious issue, and you should take it seriously.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the ABS fuse with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to avoid any 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.
The part in your Elantra called the headliner support bracket is a small piece of metal attached to the roof. It helps the airbag deploy properly in a side crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If this bracket gets knocked loose in a crash, it could hit you or a passenger and cause a serious cut.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will add some extra adhesive to the headliner to keep the bracket in place, free of charge. You should schedule this fix as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Elantra vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2010, through March 5, 2013. A support bracket attached to the headliner may become displaced during a side curtain airbag deployment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the headliner support bracket makes contact with an occupant during a crash, it may cause a laceration injury.
Original — Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will apply adhesive strips to the headliner, free of charge. The safety recall began during April 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 109.
The 12V accessory outlet in your vehicle is the power plug where you can charge your phone or use the Tire Mobility Kit. In some 2011-2012 Hyundai models, this outlet might have been installed too tightly, which can cause it to overheat when used for a long time.
Risk if Unfixed
If the outlet overheats, it could catch fire, posing a serious risk to your safety and the safety of others.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the faulty outlet plug with a safer, direct-to-battery connection, completely free of charge. You should contact your dealer as soon as you receive the recall notice to schedule the repair.
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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.
Your ESC system is a safety feature that helps you stay in control by automatically adjusting your brakes and engine power. In some 2011-2012 Elantra models, a sensor might malfunction and cause the system to brake one or more wheels unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the brakes could be applied on their own, and the engine power could be reduced, making it harder to control your vehicle. You could lose control, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will check the ESC sensors and update the system's settings for free. This repair is complimentary, so you shouldn't pay a thing. You'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Elantra vehicles manufactured October 29, 2010, to October 25, 2011. Due to an electronic stability control (ESC) sensor malfunction, the brakes for one or more wheels may be applied unexpectedly and the engine power may be reduced. These symptoms will be accompanied by illumination of the ESC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the one or more of the brakes are inappropriately applied, control of the vehicle may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will verify the proper operation of the ESC sensors, and update the ESC system's calibration, free of charge. The recall began June 6, 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 137.
