SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The ABS module is a crucial computer that helps your Genesis stop smoothly and safely. In some 2015-2020 Genesis and G80 models, this module could overheat and fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ABS module fails while you're driving or parked, it could cause an engine compartment fire. This could spread quickly and potentially cause serious damage to your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the ABS module fuse for free. Park your vehicle in a safe location, away from flammable materials, until the repair is done. You'll receive a recall notice with instructions on how to proceed.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module could malfunction and short circuit.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 201 and 006G.
The parking brake indicator light in your Sonata or Genesis is supposed to turn on when you engage the parking brake. But in some 2015-2016 models, corrosion in the switch might cause it to flicker or not turn on at all.
Risk if Unfixed
If the parking brake indicator light is off when you've actually engaged the parking brake, you might not realize it's on, which could lead to a crash if you're driving down a hill or other situation where the parking brake is crucial.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will replace the faulty parking brake switch with a new one, and it's completely free. You'll receive a notification, and they'll take care of the repair at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Sonata and Genesis vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the warning light to indicate that the parking brake is applied may intermittently not illuminate in the dash due to corrosion in the switch.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the parking brake indicator is not illuminated when the parking brake is applied, the driver may operate the vehicle with the parking brake partially engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 164.
The starter solenoid in your vehicle is a component that helps start the engine. In certain models, water can get inside and cause a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could have an engine compartment fire while parked or driving, which could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will install a protective relay kit in the engine junction box to prevent water from causing a short circuit, and this repair is completely free. You should park your vehicle outside and away from buildings until the repair is done.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid 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 install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
